Kristen Ginn (she/her)

Accepting Clients

I help people reconnect with themselves after years of people pleasing, masking or living up to others' expectations.

Associate Professional Clinical Counselor in Long Beach, CA
Supervised by Catherine Morrill, LMFT

About My Clients

Do you fear disappointing others, struggle to speak honestly about your needs, or feel exhausted from frequently adapting? Perhaps you’re questioning a career path, relationship dynamic, or religious environment and feel uncertain about what comes next. If any of this resonates, I’m glad you’re here and would love to connect with you. I know how it feels to struggle to step into new parts of ourselves and I also know that it’s possible over time.

My Background and Approach

Through warmth and compassion, I seek to help identify themes that may contribute to your struggles. Together we can help you stand in your strengths and I offer gentle challenges to help you grow. I incorporate EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing) to help treat trauma that may be at the root of current pain. In my work with neurodivergence (ADHD & autism) I use an integrative approach that addresses strengths, relationships and practical ways of navigating a neurotypical world. I use an integrative approach which includes psychodynamic work, parts work and also incorporates solution oriented, practical tools.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I grew up in a fundamentalist Christian environment and have gone through many years of figuring out what I believe now and what that means for my identity and relationships. Many of my friends in these environments were queer, but feared coming out. I have watched the queer community go through a lot of pain. Because of these experiences, I am an enthusiastic ally. I love walking alongside people who are seeking to have more peace in who they are. Many people who begin the journey of questioning their religious past land in different places. I believe everyone's journey is unique and I seek to honor yours, whether you are seeking a more inclusive version of the faith you grew up in or longing for something else. I offer spiritual integration in which we can talk about the existential nature of it all if you would like that to be a part of therapy. In my work with clients, I also hold in mind how systemic issues are at play in personal pain.

I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Agnosticism
  • Atheism
  • Christianity
  • Interfaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 1 year of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $150/session

Info

Email Kristen
6621 E Pacific Coast Hwy
Suite 220
Long Beach, CA 90803

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