Kristina Durene
Intro
My name is Kristina Durene. I am a mental health counselor licensed in the states of Texas and Washington with approximately 12 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family problems, and health challenges. I have worked with many individuals who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. In addition, I have both professional and lived experience working with military veterans, first responders and their family members.
How would you describe your approach to care?
As I strive for authenticity in all my interactions with clients, my counseling style is warm and interactive. I am a firm believer that health is holistic and not one dimensional; that we are mind, body and spirit. As such, I take an integrative approach that explores all areas of health as they impact emotional, mental and spiritual health. I believe in treating each client with dignity, respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and holistic and integrative therapies.
What should be expected in the first session?
In our first session together, I will gather information about your background and what challenges have led you to reach out for counseling at this time. For some it may be your very first counseling appointment; whether this is your first time in therapy, or you've had years of counseling experience, my sincere wish is that you come away from our time together with a little bit more hope, and a knowledge that you don't have to face the challenges alone.
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Master of Arts in Counseling
Evangel University
