Kristen
Counselor, LMHC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (585) 565-5957

I offer a compassionate, collaborative, and personalized approach to counseling via secure, convenient telehealth care. I view therapy as a space for growth, self-discovery, and healing. My goal is to help clients reconnect with their authentic selves by exploring and nurturing sources of joy, meaning, and vitality, such as sports, creative outlets, or hobbies. I believe that by connecting clients to what truly fulfills them, they can build resilience, restore balance in life, and move towards living their best and most authentic life.
I am goal-oriented and focused on fostering positive, meaningful outcomes that align with each client’s individual needs, values, and personal goals. My work is guided by what is in the best interest of the client, while honoring their autonomy and unique therapeutic journey.
I believe that gently challenging the self—exploring patterns, beliefs, and behaviors with honesty and compassion—is an essential part of personal growth and healing. Through this process, clients are supported in developing insight, building resilience, and creating lasting, positive change. Are you ready to develop a deeper self-love and understanding?
Call or Email Kristen Abbott now for a free 15 minute consultation - (585) 565-5957
Let's Connect (585) 565-5957

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Couple Sessions $130
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueShield of Northeastern New York
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Highmark BCBS of Western New York
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Kristen Abbott
Counselor, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 565-5957
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 017218 Kristen Abbott
- In Practice for 5 years
- Attended St. John Fisher University, Masters in Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2014
Education and Years In Practice
Kristen Abbott
Counselor, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 565-5957
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Body Image
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sports Performance
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Kristen Abbott
Counselor, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (585) 565-5957
Location
Additional Location
Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 565-5957