Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

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Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

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Available both in-person and online

Frisco, TX 75034

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Essential Counseling Group strives to help you become your best self. We service individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing increased stress, caregiver stress, anxiety, depression, grief etc. We believe that there is power in simply being heard. If you’re ready to begin this journey—or even just curious about what therapy might look like—please don’t hesitate to reach out. Let’s take that first step together. To request and appointment copy and paste link: essentialcounselinggroup.clientsecure.me

Essential Counseling Group (ECG) is a collective of Licensed Therapists with real-world & professional clinical skills. We provide a variety of specialties including individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, trauma-focused therapy, and grief counseling. Our team has served clients of diverse backgrounds and age groups.

Taking the first step toward healing can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, feeling stuck, or just needing a space to process life’s challenges, I'm here to support you with compassion and care. Every story matters, and yours is no exception.

Call or Email Essential Counseling Group now for a free 15 minute consultation - (972) 284-7922

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Frisco, TX 75034

(972) 284-7922

Indianapolis, IN 46222

Website

We offer therapy online and in person. Our therapeutic approach varies but is rooted in creating a safe and supportive environment.

I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Life Transitions

$90 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

At Essential Counseling Group Tx, we are committed to your healing process and we welcome you to try something new. We hope to see you soon

Let's Connect (972) 284-7922

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Frisco, TX 75034

(972) 284-7922

Indianapolis, IN 46222

Website

We offer therapy online and in person. Our therapeutic approach varies but is rooted in creating a safe and supportive environment.

I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Life Transitions

$90 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

At Essential Counseling Group Tx, we are committed to your healing process and we welcome you to try something new. We hope to see you soon

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $90
Couple Sessions $160
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
Ambetter
Anthem
Apostrophe
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
Humana
Magellan
Molina Healthcare
Optum
Oscar Health
Scott & White Health Plan
Spring Health
Superior HealthPlan
TriWest
United Medical Resources (UMR)
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

Check out our sliding scale rates based on income.

Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (972) 284-7922

Check out our sliding scale rates based on income.

Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (972) 284-7922

Qualifications

Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Kristina Byrd-Joseph

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 66999 Kristina Byrd-Joseph

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 11 years

Attended Indiana University , Masters of Social Work, Graduated 2015

Additional Credentials

License: Indiana 34009240A

We practice is Texas, Illinois, and Indiana

Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (972) 284-7922

We practice is Texas, Illinois, and Indiana

Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (972) 284-7922

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Depression
Anxiety
Life Transitions

Expertise

Body Image
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Cancer
Career Counseling
Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Divorce
Family Conflict
Grief
Infidelity
Life Coaching
Marital and Premarital
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

Depending on your needs, we'll introduce and practice evidence-based techniques. This could include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) skills: To identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns. To help you understand and manage intense emotions. To improve your relationships and ability to express needs.

Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (972) 284-7922

Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (972) 284-7922

Endorsement

EMK Integrated Services

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC, APRN

Kristina provides a warm, supportive environment where clients feel heard and empowered. Her thoughtful approach and clinical expertise help individuals navigate challenges and build resilience. Highly recommend her care.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Black and African American

I also speak

Hindi ,

Punjabi

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Black and African American

I also speak

Hindi ,

Punjabi

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Gottman Method
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

We often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate way to help you make progress. With CBT, we'll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and behavior.

Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (972) 284-7922

Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (972) 284-7922

Location

Primary Location

Frisco, TX 75034

(972) 284-7922

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Additional Location

Indianapolis, IN 46222

(972) 284-7922

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

We offer therapy online and in person. Our therapeutic approach varies but is rooted in creating a safe and supportive environment.

Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

Call for a free consultation now - (972) 284-7922

We offer therapy online and in person. Our therapeutic approach varies but is rooted in creating a safe and supportive environment.

Essential Counseling Group

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S

Call for a free consultation now - (972) 284-7922

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