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Karis Kirchgestner

Marriage and family therapy Hope Counseling Center
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Women's Health, Spirituality and Religion,

Introduction

Currently based at Hope Counseling Center in Santa Barbara, CA, I provide an empathetic and nonjudgmental environment that supports healing, growth, and empowerment. After receiving her MA in Counseling, MFT/PCC at Saint Mary's College of California, Karis has been practicing therapy in high school, college, and residential settings, serving clients with a variety of mental health concerns. The role of a therapist can be both a resource and a witness as you discover what needs tending. My approach to psychotherapy is to compassionately attune to you and hold space as you access greater insight, mindful self-compassion, and tap into your own resilience. I use an integrative approach, tailoring our experience to your needs through a variety of modalities.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments

Licenses

  • AMFT #122440 (CA)
  • APCC #8553 (CA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families

Communities

  • Feminism
  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Christian
  • Multi-Faith
  • Agnostic
  • Atheist

Payment options Free intro call available

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Karis Kirchgestner has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

Hope Counseling Center
5266 Hollister Ave Suite 211
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
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Frequently asked questions

Is Karis Kirchgestner accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Karis Kirchgestner is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Karis Kirchgestner offer telehealth appointments? Karis Kirchgestner does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Karis Kirchgestner specialize in? Karis Kirchgestner specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Spirituality and Religion, Trauma, and Women's Health.

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