Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker in Minnesota. I have been working as a psychotherapist for over 8 years. I also have a variety of professional experiences in various aspects of the social service system including adult and children’s mental health, residential treatment, child welfare, and adoption/foster care services.
I am honored to work with people with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, blended family dynamics, career stressors, infertility concerns, mood disorders, trauma, domestic violence, and grief/loss. My special interest areas include working with those who are adjusting to life changes, striving to heal from any form of trauma, processing grief and loss concerns, navigating adoption related challenges, and supporting family members through significant life changes.
I have specialized training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), attachment concerns, adoption competency, and eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR). I also utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, experiential forms of therapy, and a strengths based solution focused approach with those I serve.
I utilize an eclectic and flexible approach to tailor my counseling style to meet each person’s individual needs and preferences. I believe you are the expert in your life and I am grateful to have an opportunity to come along side you to support you in your journey. I see myself as an “outside the box” kind of thinker. I try to utilize creative problem solving and practical strategies to support you in attaining your personal goals.
Taking the first step toward seeking help and pursuing growth or change takes courage. I deeply respect and commend you for exploring your options and taking steps on your journey. I look forward to meeting you.
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Kirstina Quast is a licensed independent clinical social worker practicing in Minnesota with nine years of experience as a psychotherapist. She brings a broad background in social services, including work in adult and children’s mental health, residential treatment, child welfare, and adoption and foster care services.
She works with people facing a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, blended family dynamics, career stressors, infertility-related issues, mood disorders, trauma, domestic violence, and grief and loss. Kirstina has particular interests in supporting those adjusting to life changes, healing from trauma, processing grief, navigating adoption-related matters, and assisting family members through major transitions.
Kirstina holds Minnesota licensure as an independent clinical social worker (LICSW #18277) and has completed specialized training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, attachment-related concerns, adoption competency, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, experiential methods, and a strengths-based, solution-focused approach.
Her style is eclectic and adaptable, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs and preferences. She views each individual as the expert in their own life and applies creative problem solving and practical strategies to help clients reach their goals. Taking the first step toward change takes courage, and Kirstina respects and commends those who explore therapy. She looks forward to meeting prospective clients and supporting them on their journey.
Many people ask whether remote therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or adjusting to life changes, online therapy has been found to be as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
One major benefit is flexibility – clients can connect in the format that works best for them, whether that is video sessions, phone calls, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care.
All therapists involved are licensed professionals, and if a different match is desired, clients can switch to another provider at any time.
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