Kristin Townsend (She/Her)

Building self-esteem isn’t about becoming more confident or convincing yourself to feel good all the time. It’s about developing a steady, respectful relationship with yourself. In our work together, we focus on how self-esteem is shaped through daily choices, patterns, and inner trust, not through forcing positivity or “fixing” yourself. We work on self-esteem by strengthening your ability to listen to yourself and respond with care.

ADHD isn’t a lack of focus or motivation, it’s a difference in how the brain regulates attention, energy, and emotions. In therapy, we work on understanding your nervous system, reducing shame, and creating supportive strategies that fit how your brain actually works. The goal isn’t to “fix” you, but to help you feel more regulated, capable, and connected to yourself in daily life.

Anxiety is your body and mind signaling that something feels unsafe or overwhelming. In therapy, we focus on understanding these signals, noticing patterns, and practicing tools to calm your nervous system. The goal isn’t to eliminate anxiety entirely, but to help you respond to it with clarity, confidence, and self-compassion, so it stops controlling your choices and you can feel grounded in your daily life.

I help clients understand how family patterns shape how they think, feel, and relate. We explore these dynamics with curiosity and compassion, noticing patterns that may no longer serve you. Together, we work on creating healthier ways of relating, building boundaries, and reconnecting with your authentic self, so you can feel more grounded, supported, and free in your relationships.

I help clients explore how early attachment shapes how they connect, trust, and feel safe in relationships. We will name and notice patterns that may keep you stuck or anxious and practice new ways of relating that feel secure and authentic. Together, we build awareness, self-trust, and emotional regulation, so you can experience more grounded, connected, and supportive relationships.

I use somatic therapy to help clients reconnect with their bodies and notice how stress, trauma, and emotions are held physically. By bringing awareness to sensations and movement patterns, we can release tension, regulate the nervous system, and create a greater sense of calm and presence. This approach helps you feel grounded, supported, and more fully connected to yourself in daily life.