About

Hello! My name is Kristina Durene. I am a mental health counselor licensed in the state of Washington with approximately 11 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, interpersonal and relationship issues, parenting and family problems, career challenges, and health and wellness challenges. I have worked with many individuals who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. In addition I have both professional and lived experience working with military veterans and family members.

As I strive for authenticity in all my interactions with clients, my counseling style is warm and interactive. I am a firm believer that health is holistic and not one dimensional; that we are mind, body and spirit. As such, I will take an integrative approach that explores all areas of health as they may impact emotional, mental and spiritual health. I believe in treating each client with dignity, respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and holistic and integrative therapies. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your individual and specific needs.

I honor your courage to pursue a more fulfilling and joy-filled life and to take the first steps towards making those changes. If you are ready to take those steps I am here to support, encourage and empower you. It is my greatest joy to walk with clients as they come into alignment with who they are purposed and called to be.

I look forward to working with you!

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Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor

Organization Name: Sara Joy Counseling, LLC

Gender

Female

Client Focus

  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)

Therapy Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Multicultural Issues
  • Panic Attacks
  • Parenting
  • Postpartum
  • Pregnancy/Childbirth
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Trauma And PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Orientation

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Emotion Focused Therapy
  • Mindfulness Based Approaches
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare

Education

  • Evangel University, Master's in Counseling

Years in Practice

9 years

Languages

  • English

Faith

  • Christian

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 101YM0800X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Counselor
  • Specialization: Mental Health

Credentials

  • Master of Arts (MA)
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Licenses

Name License Number State
LMHC 60922020 Verify WA
Counselor LH60922020 Verify WA

Practice Locations

1420 S Meridian Ste C

Puyallup, WA 98371-6914

Phone Number: (253) 527-7783

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