Kristen Gennety, LMSW - Therapist in Michigan

About Kristen

Kristen Gennety is a licensed social worker in Michigan who uses practical, person-focused therapy to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. She brings four years of professional experience and centers sessions on each person’s strengths. Kristen aims to make the first step into therapy feel achievable and respectful of what a client already knows about themselves.

Her approach emphasizes building an open, compassionate space where humor and everyday strengths play a role in change.

Background and approach

She listens for what matters most to each person and then tailors tools to fit those needs. Sessions tend to be collaborative and straightforward, with clear goals and flexible methods. Kristen draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and attachment-focused work to address issues such as family tensions, grief, intimacy-related concerns, and compassion fatigue.

She also supports people facing ADHD, bipolar symptoms, body image and eating-related struggles, and problems with communication or impulsivity. Clients can expect practical skills for coping with life changes, managing strong emotions, and improving relationships. Kristen combines compassion with concrete strategies like values-based actions, thought-focused exercises, and attention to relational patterns.

She values honesty and tests tools in real life rather than only talking about them. Therapy with Kristen is offered in English and delivered online in several formats. She asks people to share what they want to change, and then helps design sessions that fit daily life and personal goals.

Using evidence-based approaches online

Kristen commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy in her online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small steps toward those values while learning to tolerate uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how past and current relationship patterns shape reactions today and helps people change unhelpful ways of relating.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. Kristen talks with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they decide which tools to try first and adjust the plan as progress is made so therapy stays useful and aligned with daily life.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend from home, juggle work or caregiving, and use brief check-ins when people are busy. The variety of formats also lets the therapist and client practice skills between meetings in ways that match the client’s routine and communication style.

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.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kristen help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, grief, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and intimacy-related issues among other concerns.

What is her therapy style like?

Kristen offers a collaborative, straightforward style that highlights humor and personal strengths while teaching practical skills for everyday life.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has four years of professional experience as a licensed social worker in Michigan.

What credentials and region are listed?

Kristen holds an LMSW and is licensed in Michigan with license number MI LMSW 6801118660.

Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 4 years
Licensed: Michigan
Languages: English

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