Kristen Darling, Social Worker Trainee

Life is full of uncertainty and change that we cannot always control. It’s a momentous and courageous step to reach out for support.

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At Kindred Heart Therapy Group, I offer person-centered therapy that is adaptive to each client’s specific needs and strengths. Using an integrated approach, I tailor therapeutic work to each individual based on their unique circumstances, identities and needs.

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As a social worker, I have a strong interest in social justice and believe it’s important to explore oppressive systems and cultural messages in our  society that influence our lived experience. I work collaboratively with each person to empower  and promote healing and well-being. I work with children, adolescents and adults and have a passion for working with young people, pregnancy and postpartum, parenting, LGBTQIA + and survivors of interpersonal violence and sexual assault. I have a background in trauma informed work with persons  who have experienced interpersonal violence and  sexual assault as well as extensive experience  working with adolescents struggling with depression and anxiety.

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In my spare time, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and dogs out in nature, seeing live music and searching thrift stores for vintage finds.

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Whether you are here for personal growth, to address past trauma or explore challenges with anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns, I seek to hold a safe space that is warm, welcoming and empathetic.