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Kristin Fahey

Kristin Fahey, LCSW, CSW

Therapist · Georgia · 30+ years of experience

Calm, experienced support for midlife challenges

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  • 30 years experience
  • Focus on relationships
  • LGBT inclusive

About Kristin

Kristin Fahey is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns. She supports those navigating LGBTQ issues and people coping with depression. Kristin presents a calm, nonjudgmental presence to help clients take the first steps toward change.

She brings 30 years of professional experience in Georgia to each session. Kristin aims to create an open space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through honestly. Sessions focus on practical ways to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.

Her work draws on several approaches that fit different needs. Kristin uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify values and take meaningful action. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and build new coping skills.

Client-centered techniques guide the way she listens and responds, keeping the person’s goals central. Motivational Interviewing is used when people feel stuck and want help finding their next steps. Imago ideas can come into play around communication and relational patterns.

Kristin aims to meet people where they are and to collaborate on realistic goals. She encourages small changes that add up over time. If you are thinking about seeking help, she will support you through the process and work with you to find approaches that fit your life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Imago Relationship TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Credentials

Georgia

Languages

English

How Kristin’s approaches fit with online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice inner experiences, clarify what matters to them, and take small committed steps toward a more meaningful life. It can be useful for stress, midlife uncertainty, and depression. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily routines. It is often used for anxiety and low mood. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and empathy so clients can explore concerns at their own pace and feel heard.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kristin will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and together they will try methods that seem likely to fit. If an approach needs adjustment, she will suggest alternatives and refine the plan as therapy progresses.

Please confirm the available online session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example it can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make scheduling around work or caregiving responsibilities simpler. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to work well over distance while focusing on practical change and clearer communication.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Kristin address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, and depression. Additional focuses include aging issues, caregiver stress, body image, addiction, and fertility-related stress.

What is Kristin's therapeutic style?

Her style is warm and nonjudgmental, centered on listening and collaboration. She combines practical skill building with value-based goal setting.

How much clinical experience does she bring?

Kristin has 30 years of professional work experience in social work and mental health practice. That background shapes how she supports people through change.

What credentials does Kristin hold and where is she based?

She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in Georgia. Her practice is listed in that state.

Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not accepted at this time.

What session formats are offered?

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Please check the platform or contact support to learn what formats Kristin currently provides.

How are fees handled for sessions?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What is the first step to begin working with Kristin?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. That process will guide you to the next steps.

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