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Kristen Udell, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Kristen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Kristen. View 6 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Iowa

Recent reviews

Kristen has been the perfect fit for me. She has a respectful acknowledgment of how my faith plays a role in my life and helps me develop solutions that center on that. She challenges me in ways that have helped me recognize when I am sacrificing my own emotional needs over those of other people. She’s helped me get more comfortable and to find healthy ways to communicate my feelings to others. She shares her own experiences or those she knows others have had to provide a variety of options for working through each challenging situation. I’m so grateful I found her!!

Sep 2024

Kristen's approach to therapy is very comfortable making it easy to open up without the fear of judgment. She has been extremely helpful in helping me recognize, process, and heal while also providing me with worksheets/tools and useful skills for coping and unlearning unhealthy habits. I look forward to our sessions each week because I always come away with clearer views and overturn stones I didn't know I needed to process.

Aug 2024

More about Kristen

  • 6 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

I am licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in Iowa with 6 years of professional work experience. My therapy style and approach draws influence from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, and mild depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I view us as a team, working at finding solutions to the issues you bring to therapy as well as healing from past or present trauma. I will typically respond to messages in 24 hours after receiving them or in 48 hours if it's over the weekend. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes Relationship issues Family conflicts Communication problems Forgiveness Life purpose Self-love Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Kristen Udell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1104694421.

  • LMHC · Iowa · 00942 · Expires September 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions. Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Kristen Udell

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

6 reviews

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Kristen has been the perfect fit for me. She has a respectful acknowledgment of how my faith plays a role in my life and helps me develop solutions that center on that. She challenges me in ways that have helped me recognize when I am sacrificing my own emotional needs over those of other people. She’s helped me get more comfortable and to find healthy ways to communicate my feelings to others. She shares her own experiences or those she knows others have had to provide a variety of options for working through each challenging situation. I’m so grateful I found her!!

Sep 2024

Kristen's approach to therapy is very comfortable making it easy to open up without the fear of judgment. She has been extremely helpful in helping me recognize, process, and heal while also providing me with worksheets/tools and useful skills for coping and unlearning unhealthy habits. I look forward to our sessions each week because I always come away with clearer views and overturn stones I didn't know I needed to process.

Aug 2024

Kristen has been instrumental in helping me find different ways to deal with my anxiety and be a better communicator in personal and professional relationships. I’m in a much better place than when I started therapy.

Jun 2024

Very open-minded and focused on providing therapy approaches that work best for me. Easy to talk to.

Apr 2024

I have enjoyed my meetings with my therapist so far! She is a great listener, gives me time to think through my answers, and is so understanding.

Mar 2024

I have had a great experience with Kristen. She is so kind, professional, and understanding. Having someone be able to validate the things I'm feeling and help me work through them and talk about them has been so helpful. She listens well and has a clear plan and path for me moving forward. I appreciate her knowledge base and also her ability to think outside the box and look for things outside what she already knows as well.

Feb 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kristen Udell offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Kristen Udell works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Kristen Udell speak?

Kristen Udell speaks English.

How many years of experience does Kristen Udell have?

Kristen Udell has 6 years of experience.

Where is Kristen Udell licensed to practice?

Kristen Udell is licensed to practice in Iowa.

Does Kristen Udell accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Kristen Udell does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Kristen Udell offer?

Kristen Udell offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Kristen Udell?

Kristen Udell can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Kristen Udell?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.