Kristin Saunders
Grief and life change therapist focusing on communication
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About
Kristin Saunders brings 21 years of clinical social work experience to helping people navigate loss and major life transitions. Kristin is an LCSW licensed in New York who focuses on grief and coping with life changes, and she combines that focus with attention to communication problems and questions about life purpose. Her practice centers on meeting each person where they are and supporting the practical and emotional work of change and adjustment.
She works with people from a range of backgrounds and identities, and she notes particular interest in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, older adults, and people exploring spirituality outside traditional religious frameworks. Her approach emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and the use of evidence-based practices to help process difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, and clarify meaning. Kristin aims to create a respectful space for reflection, decision making, and renewed direction for those facing endings and new beginnings.
She works with people from a range of backgrounds and identities, and she notes particular interest in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, older adults, and people exploring spirituality outside traditional religious frameworks. Her approach emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and the use of evidence-based practices to help process difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, and clarify meaning. Kristin aims to create a respectful space for reflection, decision making, and renewed direction for those facing endings and new beginnings.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 21
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Grief, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Communication problems, Life purpose
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LCSW 087384
- NPI Number: 1851779045
- License: LCSW (New York)
Remote sessions and therapeutic style
Kristin employs an empathic, collaborative stance alongside evidence-based practices to support people through grief and life changes. In remote work she focuses on creating a clear, steady process for exploring emotions, improving communication, and identifying meaningful next steps. That approach is intended to help participants organize thoughts and feelings while working toward greater clarity about relationships and purpose.
Her practice emphasizes working together: Kristin invites clients to set goals, test small changes between sessions, and reflect on what matters most. She uses collaborative techniques to address communication problems and to help people navigate transitions such as bereavement or role changes. Remote formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, and these options can be matched to each person’s comfort with different ways of connecting.
People seeking a therapist who combines practical strategies with compassionate collaboration may find a good fit with Kristin for work on grief, adjustment, and questions of life purpose.
How much clinical experience does Kristin have?
She has 21 years of clinical experience supporting people through grief and major life transitions.
What are Kristin's professional credentials?
Kristin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the credential LCSW and holds NY LCSW 087384.
Which languages does Kristin speak?
This profile indicates she works in English.
Where is Kristin based?
She practices in New York.
How can people meet with Kristin remotely?
Sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kristin accept international clients?
No. She does not accept international clients.
What does therapy with Kristin cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Kristin?
Use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to begin the process.