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Kirsten Peebles, LMHC

Direct, practical therapy for life transitions
  • CBT and DBT approaches
  • Focus on relationships and family
  • Experienced LMHC in Washington

About Kirsten Peebles

Kirsten Peebles is a family and marriage therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington. She brings a direct, goal-focused style to therapy and has a decade of experience helping people navigate a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, legal issues, substance use, OCD, and ADHD. She has also supported many individuals who have experienced trauma related to the military as well as PTSD from other causes.

Kirsten emphasizes practical strategies and collaborative planning. She does not rely on stigmatizing labels and believes that most people can make meaningful progress when they and their therapist agree on clear goals. Her clinical approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused techniques, with other modalities added when appropriate to meet each person where they are.

In her work she partners with clients to define priorities and create a treatment plan that aligns with their values and daily life. She acknowledges that recent times have increased mental health needs for many, and she views reaching out for support as a brave first step toward change. She looks forward to helping individuals and families move toward the outcomes they hope to achieve.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kirsten Peebles have?

Kirsten Peebles has 10 years of experience.

Is Kirsten Peebles a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and her license details are WA LMHC LH60645958.

In which languages does Kirsten Peebles provide therapy?

English

Where is Kirsten Peebles located?

Washington

How can I work with Kirsten Peebles as my therapist?

You can work with Kirsten Peebles through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kirsten Peebles work with international clients?

Kirsten Peebles does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kirsten Peebles cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

She frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. CBT is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.

She also applies Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT can be especially useful for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and coping with crisis moments.

Solution-Focused Therapy is another component of her practice, emphasizing practical steps and small changes that move a person toward their goals. This approach is goal-oriented and helps clients build on strengths to create tangible progress.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. She works collaboratively with each person to tailor strategies to their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions may take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into work, family, and daily routines. These options increase access to consistent support and allow therapists and clients to maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible.

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