About Kimberly
Kimberly Griffin-Simmonds is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing grief, low self-esteem, and big life changes. She focuses on helping clients regain purpose and handle feelings of isolation. Her style is calm and straightforward, aimed at people who want practical ways to feel steadier day to day.
With 15 years of experience, Kimberly draws on evidence-based techniques to guide conversations. Sessions focus on improving communication, naming difficult emotions, and building small habits that add up.
Background and approach
She uses plain language so people leave with clear ideas they can try between meetings. Her sessions are tailored to each person’s needs. Kimberly listens first, then suggests tools that match a person’s comfort and goals.
She helps clients break down big problems into manageable steps and practice new ways of relating to themselves and others. Kimberly holds a New York LCSW, which means she is licensed to practice clinical social work in New York. She works with adults who want help navigating loss, shifting self-worth, or transitions in life.
Sessions are offered in English and arranged to fit each person’s schedule. People who reach out start by talking through what matters most to them now. Kimberly aims to make therapy understandable and useful, so clients can notice steady progress and feel more confident about next steps.
How therapeutic approaches work online
Kimberly uses evidence-based approaches to help people manage emotions and rebuild direction. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns to reduce self-criticism and improve mood. This helps when low self-esteem or negative self-talk get in the way of daily life. Another approach emphasizes coping skills and small behavioral changes to manage grief and life transitions. It centers on short, practical exercises that can be tried between sessions to build resilience and routine.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kimberly will listen to a person’s goals and preferences, then suggest methods to try. Over time the plan is adjusted based on what helps most, so clients have an active role in shaping their care.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for this work. Video calls let people read nonverbal cues and maintain a conversational flow. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for brief check-ins, homework support, or when a shorter, more frequent touchpoint fits into a busy day. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while fitting sessions into everyday life.
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- Experience
- 15 years
- Licensed
- New York
- Languages
- English