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Online therapist

Kristina Cooke

Supportive family-focused social worker

Credentials
LCSW, CSW
Experience
12 years
Licensed in
Georgia, Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Kristina

Kristina Cooke is a licensed clinical social worker with 12 years of experience. She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Georgia. She focuses on common family concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationships, family tension, and parenting challenges.

Kristina brings a straightforward and respectful style to sessions. She listens first, then tailors conversations and plans to match what each person is facing. Her work covers attachment difficulties, caregiver stress, divorce and separation issues, midlife transitions, pregnancy and childbirth concerns, and women’s issues.

Background and approach

Sessions tend to be practical and focused on immediate problems parents and families bring. She helps people identify manageable steps, practice new ways of relating, and build coping skills for everyday stress. The tone is compassionate and down-to-earth rather than clinical.

Kristina aims to make therapy a collaborative process. She partners with clients to set goals and adjust strategies as needs change. Progress is tracked through real-life shifts in routines, relationships, and stress levels.

She is licensed in both Florida and Georgia - FL LCSW SW10163 and GA LCSW CSW005253 - and offers services in English. International clients may be accepted depending on logistics and licensing. For parents wanting a clear plan and practical support, she focuses on making change achievable.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online family support

Kristina uses evidence-based techniques that focus on everyday problems parents and families bring. One common approach she emphasizes teaches people how to change patterns of interaction and communication. This method helps when relationship tensions or attachment concerns make it hard to connect or resolve conflicts.

Another approach she draws on builds concrete coping skills for stress and anxiety. It teaches simple steps to manage overwhelming feelings, improve sleep, and handle parenting demands so daily life feels more manageable.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then try strategies that match those needs. Plans are adjusted as progress and priorities change.

Online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into busy family schedules. Video calls allow face-to-face work when helpful, while phone, live chat, and text options offer more flexible check-ins. These formats can reduce travel time and let parents use time efficiently while still getting guided support.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of family and parenting issues are supported?
She works with stress and anxiety tied to family life, relationship conflicts, parenting struggles, and broader life changes like separation or midlife transitions.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is respectful and down-to-earth. She listens first, then creates a tailored plan with practical steps clients can use at home.
What is her professional background?
Kristina has 12 years of professional experience helping people with relationship and family concerns and related stressors.
Which credentials and location apply to her practice?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed with FL LCSW SW10163 and GA LCSW CSW005253, and practices in Georgia.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are remote session formats available?
Yes. She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as session formats.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

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Experience
12 years
Licensed
Georgia, Florida
Languages
English

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