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- 20 years experience
- Client-centered care
- CBT and mindfulness
About Kimberly
Kimberly "Kim" Frey is a licensed professional clinical counselor with 20 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD-related concerns. She talks plainly and listens closely to understand what is most pressing. Kim treats each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion as they take that first step toward change.
Her approach is collaborative and straightforward. Sessions focus on what the person wants to change and on building practical skills. She uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow the person's lead and understand their life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors in everyday life.
Kim also brings elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness to help people stay present and manage strong emotions. Solution-Focused Therapy is used when people want short-term plans and clear next steps. She adapts the mix of methods to fit each person's needs rather than applying a single formula.
Kim works with a wide range of concerns related to family dynamics, abandonment, adoption and foster care, caregiving stress, chronic illness, body image, and communication problems. She also supports people dealing with aging issues, autism spectrum concerns, personality-related difficulties, and comorbidity of mental health challenges.
Her practice is based in California and sessions are conducted in English. Signing up begins with a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling according to availability, and the process is framed to help people get started without pressure.
Her approach is collaborative and straightforward. Sessions focus on what the person wants to change and on building practical skills. She uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow the person's lead and understand their life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors in everyday life.
Kim also brings elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness to help people stay present and manage strong emotions. Solution-Focused Therapy is used when people want short-term plans and clear next steps. She adapts the mix of methods to fit each person's needs rather than applying a single formula.
Kim works with a wide range of concerns related to family dynamics, abandonment, adoption and foster care, caregiving stress, chronic illness, body image, and communication problems. She also supports people dealing with aging issues, autism spectrum concerns, personality-related difficulties, and comorbidity of mental health challenges.
Her practice is based in California and sessions are conducted in English. Signing up begins with a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling according to availability, and the process is framed to help people get started without pressure.
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How therapy approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy puts the persons needs and perspective first, so the therapist listens and follows what matters most. This approach helps when someone wants a calmer, empathic space to talk about stress, family strain, or self-esteem concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It is practical and goal-oriented, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and ADHD-related challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships, helping people tolerate distress and communicate more clearly.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk through goals and preferences, try methods, and adjust the plan based on what actually helps. That collaborative process lets the person shape their care as needs change.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, avoid travel time, or choose a quieter environment that supports focus. Some methods lend themselves to short skill-focused check-ins, while others work well across longer weekly sessions, and the therapist will recommend a format that matches your goals.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Kim help with?
She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD concerns, and family-related issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and practical, focusing on clear steps and skill-building while listening with sensitivity and respect.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional work experience supporting people with a broad range of concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LPCC credential and practices in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.