About

Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert is a licensed social worker with experience in both Illinois and Iowa, providing counseling across a range of concerns. With over five years of clinical work in Illinois and Iowa, she has supported people facing depression, anxiety, marital and relationship challenges, life-balance and job-related stress.

Kristi has worked with diverse age groups and configurations, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She draws on a variety of therapeutic approaches to meet each person’s needs, such as Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), reality-based techniques, person-centered care, and mindfulness practices.

Her approach centers on empowering clients to move toward the life they want. Kristi helps clients explore patterns of behavior, underlying beliefs, and automatic thoughts, and together they determine which interventions will be most helpful. She strives to create a safe, respectful space for the work of therapy and welcomes the opportunity to begin that journey with new clients.

Location:
Iowa, United States
Years Experience:
5
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Depression, Family, Grief, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Blended family issues, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Disaster relief therapy, Divorce, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, LGBT, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Parenting, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy, Prejudice and discrimination, Self esteem, Self-love, Separation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: IA LISW 008203, NJ LCSW 44SC06090300
  • NPI Number: 1376181883
  • License: LCSW (Illinois) #149.021037 exp 2025-11-30 • LISW (Iowa) #008203 exp 2026-12-31 • LCSW (New Jersey) #44SC06090300 exp 2026-08-31 • LCSW (Arizona) #LCSW-21916 exp 2025-10-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Fit for Your Needs?

Many people ask whether remote counseling can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or managing life transitions, online therapy has been found to be as effective as traditional in-person care for most individuals.

One of the main benefits is flexibility - clients can connect in the way 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 a busy schedule and to maintain continuity of care.

Therapists who provide online services are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to switch providers if they decide a different fit would be better. For many people, remote therapy offers a practical and effective route to addressing everyday mental health and relationship concerns.

How much experience does Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert have?

Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert has 5 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert a licensed therapist?

Yes, Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert is a licensed therapist with IA LISW 008203, NJ LCSW 44SC06090300.

In which languages does Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert provide therapy?

Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert provides therapy in English.

Where is Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert located?

Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert is located in Iowa.

How can I work with Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert as my therapist?

You can work with Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.