Kristin Lewis, LMFT - Therapist in Minnesota

About Kristin

Kristin Lewis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who focuses on family and parenting concerns. She uses a straightforward style to help people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and life transitions. Kristin speaks English and works with individuals, couples, and families.

She practices from Minnesota and accepts international clients for online care. Kristin draws on 14 years of clinical experience and blends practical strategies with a respectful, person-focused stance.

Background and approach

She centers sessions on the person's strengths and on real-life goals. That might mean teaching specific skills to handle anger or anxiety, or looking at patterns that cause conflict in family relationships. Her methods include client-centered therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps spot and shift unhelpful thinking.

She also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, often called EMDR, for people processing trauma or painful memories. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing tools are used as needed to build calm and boost motivation. In sessions she prioritizes clear communication and doable steps.

For parenting issues she works on improving interactions and problem-solving strategies within the family. For ADHD and self-esteem concerns she focuses on practical routines and strengthening confidence. Kristin asks questions, listens closely, and adjusts techniques to match each family's needs.

She guides clients through small changes that add up over time. To begin, clients follow an intake process that matches them to scheduling options and the therapist's availability.

Therapeutic approaches for online family and parenting work

Kristin often uses client-centered therapy, which means sessions begin with listening to each person’s concerns and priorities. That approach helps parents and partners feel heard and guides the choice of next steps tailored to their situation.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a hands-on method that helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood, parenting stress, and everyday coping skills. For people who have experienced trauma, Kristin incorporates EMDR - eye movement desensitization and reprocessing - to help reduce the emotional charge around painful memories.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust them as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make it easier to fit therapy into busy family schedules. These formats allow regular check-ins, skills practice between sessions, and flexibility when in-person visits are hard to arrange. Many people find that online care makes it simpler to get consistent support while managing work, school, and home duties.

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.

EMDR

A structured protocol used with distressing memories, pairing recall with guided attention tasks. Some therapists adapt it for video sessions; whether that fits is worth asking about directly.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Kristin address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, parenting challenges, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, self esteem, coping with life changes, and ADHD.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is client-centered and practical. She blends clear listening with goal-oriented techniques like CBT and EMDR when appropriate.

What is her clinical background?

Kristin has 14 years of experience offering mental health care, focusing on improving interactions and processing difficult life experiences.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, MN LMFT 1766, and practices from Minnesota.

Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

Appointments can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How does pricing work?

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

How do I begin working with this therapist?

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

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 14 years
Licensed: Minnesota
Languages: English

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