Kristina Dugas, LCSW
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Parenting support
About Kristina Dugas
Her practice addresses a variety of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, and issues affecting LGBTQIA clients. She has experience working with clients navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and grief or loss, and offers focused support for social anxiety and phobia.
Kristina draws on a flexible mix of approaches matched to each person’s needs. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, exposure and response prevention (ERP), and the Triple P Parenting Program to help clients build concrete skills. Her work emphasizes collaboration, skill-building, and identifying strengths so that people feel more equipped to manage difficulties and move toward their goals.
Kristina aims to create practical, skill-based plans that fit the realities of family life, school demands, and everyday stressors, helping clients develop tools they can use outside of sessions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kristina Dugas have?
Kristina Dugas has 7 years of clinical experience.
Is Kristina Dugas a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are PA LCSW CW022819 and ME LCSW LC20708.
In which languages does Kristina Dugas provide therapy?
Kristina provides therapy in English.
Where is Kristina Dugas located?
Kristina is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Kristina Dugas as my therapist?
You can work with Kristina through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based in-app messaging.
Does Kristina Dugas work with international clients?
No. Kristina Dugas does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kristina Dugas cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Be the Right Fit For You?
Many people wonder whether remote therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.
One of the primary benefits is flexibility - you can connect with a therapist in the format that fits your schedule and comfort level, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to maintain consistency and integrate therapeutic work into a busy life.
Licensed professionals offer structured, goal-oriented care through these remote formats, and therapists can adapt methods like cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness exercises, exposure work, and parenting support to virtual sessions. If the first match does not feel right, it is usually possible to switch to a different therapist until the best fit is found.