Kierstin Berggren, LCSW - Therapist in Indiana

About Kierstin

Kierstin Berggren is a licensed clinical social worker in Indiana with three years of practice experience. She focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions. Kierstin emphasizes practical steps and respectful conversation to help people move forward.

She approaches sessions with a belief that clients know their own stories best. That perspective shapes how she listens and asks questions. Sessions aim to build on strengths and make small changes that add up over time.

Background and approach

Kierstin uses a mix of approaches depending on what a client needs. She draws on techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy to spot unhelpful thinking, and on acceptance and commitment therapy to help people clarify values and take meaningful action. Emotion-focused ideas shape how she supports people through intense feelings.

Parents and those concerned about family and parenting issues will find clear, practical ways to talk about boundaries, communication, and day-to-day stress. Kierstin also addresses career pressure, grief, compassion fatigue, and neurodiversity-related concerns like ADHD and autism in straightforward terms. She aims for short, focused conversations that identify what matters most to each person.

The work often includes goal-setting, skill practice, and reflection between sessions. Kierstin encourages clients to try things that fit their life and to notice what changes work for them.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice what matters to them and take small steps toward those values. It often looks like identifying priorities, trying short experiments, and practicing new habits to move forward. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions; online sessions can include worksheets, thought records, and behavior plans to test what changes help. Client-centered therapy centers the conversation on the person's experience and goals, offering empathic listening and reflection to help people make sense of their situation and decide on next steps.

Figuring out which approach fits takes time and teamwork. Kierstin will work with each person to choose methods that match their goals, pace, and preferences. That collaborative process can include trying an approach for a few sessions and adjusting based on what feels helpful.

The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to schedule appointments around work or caregiving, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people use written tools or screen sharing for worksheets and skill practice during a session. Talk with Kierstin about how to structure sessions so they fit into daily life and support your goals.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kierstin commonly help with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, parenting and family concerns, trauma and grief, and related life changes.

What is Kierstin's approach to therapy?

Her style is collaborative and practical. She combines client-centered listening with tools from CBT, ACT, DBT, and emotion-focused ideas to address thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

What background does she bring to sessions?

She has three years of professional experience and focuses on building on each person's strengths while addressing challenges like burnout and relationship strain.

Where is Kierstin licensed and located?

She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Indiana and provides services from that state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Kierstin?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Anger management
Self esteem

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 3 years
Licensed: Indiana, Illinois
Languages: English

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