Kristen Hagin, LMHC, LIMHP
Compassionate counselor guiding practical change
- Person-centered care
- Motivational techniques
- Trauma-informed support
About Kristen Hagin
Kristen Hagin is a licensed mental health professional with dual credentials - LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) and LIMHP (Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner) - and a master’s degree from Grace University in Omaha, Nebraska. With 17 years of clinical experience, she has worked across community behavioral health, youth-focused programs, and primary care settings, bringing a broad perspective to supporting clients through a wide range of concerns.
Kristen emphasizes collaborative, person-centered care and is a proponent of Motivational Interviewing, blending compassionate listening with practical skill-building to help people move toward meaningful change. She tailors treatment plans to each person’s needs, drawing on evidence-informed techniques to address trauma, strengthen resilience, improve relationships, and support emotional recovery from depression, anxiety, grief, and addiction-related challenges.
Clients may also seek Kristen out for straightforward emotional support and a consistent, nonjudgmental space to process life transitions, caregiving stress, parenting concerns, and identity or intimacy issues. Her approach aims to foster sustainable coping strategies and healthier patterns, whether the focus is short-term problem solving or longer-term personal growth.
Kristen has provided services through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, and she works with adults on concerns including stress, self-esteem, career questions, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
Kristen emphasizes collaborative, person-centered care and is a proponent of Motivational Interviewing, blending compassionate listening with practical skill-building to help people move toward meaningful change. She tailors treatment plans to each person’s needs, drawing on evidence-informed techniques to address trauma, strengthen resilience, improve relationships, and support emotional recovery from depression, anxiety, grief, and addiction-related challenges.
Clients may also seek Kristen out for straightforward emotional support and a consistent, nonjudgmental space to process life transitions, caregiving stress, parenting concerns, and identity or intimacy issues. Her approach aims to foster sustainable coping strategies and healthier patterns, whether the focus is short-term problem solving or longer-term personal growth.
Kristen has provided services through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, and she works with adults on concerns including stress, self-esteem, career questions, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEating and food-related issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kristen Hagin have?
Kristen Hagin has 17 years of experience.
Is Kristen Hagin a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LMHC and LIMHP. Her license details are WA LMHC LH60076396 and NE LIMHP 2045.
In which languages does Kristen Hagin provide therapy?
Kristen Hagin provides therapy in English.
Where is Kristen Hagin located?
Kristen Hagin is located in Nebraska.
How can I work with Kristen Hagin as my therapist?
You can work with Kristen Hagin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kristen Hagin work with international clients?
Kristen Hagin does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kristen Hagin 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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 Support
Kristen Hagin integrates client-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral techniques into online work to meet each person where they are. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathic listening and collaboration, creating a supportive space where clients lead the conversation and explore values, goals, and feelings. This approach is useful for people seeking validation, self-exploration, or relationship work.Motivational Interviewing is a practical, goal-oriented method that helps clients clarify their own reasons for change and strengthen motivation. It can be especially helpful for challenges like addiction, ambivalence about change, or making lifestyle shifts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which supports managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kristen works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, preferences, and goals, adapting strategies as progress unfolds. Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent care, offering flexibility for work schedules, family responsibilities, and geographical limits while preserving the therapeutic relationship with licensed professionals.