About Kristina
Kristina Paschal is a licensed social worker who uses practical, evidence-based approaches to help people facing stress and anxiety. She draws on three years of clinical experience in Illinois to support clearer thinking and steadier emotions. Her manner is direct and kind, aimed at helping clients take small steps that make daily life easier.
She focuses on common struggles like relationship strain, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Kristina also addresses compassion fatigue and the burnout that can come from caring roles.
Background and approach
She helps people untangle feelings of guilt, shame, and isolation so they can reconnect with themselves and others. In sessions she encourages open, judgement-free conversation about what is most pressing. She works with clients to set realistic goals and to practice simple skills between meetings.
Expect straightforward talk, practical strategies, and a pace that fits each person’s needs. Kristina offers sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules. Language of care is English and her practice is based in Illinois.
To begin, clients follow a short matching questionnaire and schedule a time that works for them. She recognizes that starting therapy takes courage and aims to make that first step easier. The focus in her work is on usable tools, steady support, and helping people move toward more confidence and connection.
Approaches that translate well to online therapy
Evidence-based techniques often used in short-term work include problem-solving strategies that help people break down stressors into manageable steps and practice new habits. These approaches are useful for anxiety, overwhelm, and adapting to life changes.Another common approach focuses on emotion regulation skills. That involves learning simple tools to calm intense feelings, notice unhelpful thoughts, and try different responses in everyday situations. These skills can reduce social anxiety, shame, and moments of isolation.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to figure out which methods match their goals and preferences. Together they review what helps and adjust the plan as needed so therapy stays practical and relevant.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to give flexible options. Video calls let people engage face to face while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or camera use is an issue. Live chat and text messaging make brief check-ins or skill coaching possible between longer appointments. These formats help fit therapy into busy lives and different routines.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
Also works with
- Experience
- 3 years
- Licensed
- Illinois
- Languages
- English