Kristen Corkum , LPCC

Kristen Corkum is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in California who brings 13 years of clinical experience working with adolescents, young adults, families, and groups. She is nationally certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and holds a Master of Science from the Boston University School of Medicine, where she focused on mental health counseling and behavioral medicine. Kristen has developed a depth of expertise supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, anger, and depression, as well as related concerns such as attachment issues, isolation, mood disorders, and post-traumatic stress.

Her practice emphasizes enhancing clients' voice, choice, connection, and personal power. Kristen uses a compassionate, human-centered stance to explore how life experiences shape one’s sense of self and relationships, and whether those patterns support personal goals or keep someone stuck in suffering. She frames therapy as a collaborative process grounded in trust and support, inviting clients to bring vulnerability and curiosity to their healing work. Kristen aims to help individuals identify options, build coping skills, and move toward meaningful change, offering steady guidance and practical strategies throughout the therapeutic journey.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Kristen Corkum

Kristen Corkum integrates evidence-informed methods to meet a range of emotional and relational needs. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current patterns of connection and trust, helping clients address attachment issues, relationship difficulties, and feelings of isolation. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathic listening and supporting the client's autonomy - the therapist creates space for clients to express themselves and discover their own solutions, which is helpful for building self-worth and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors by teaching practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kristen works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor treatment to each person’s priorities and life context.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to access care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity when life circumstances change, and connect with licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations. The varied formats also allow therapists to match communication styles and tools to what works best for each client.