Kristina Clingan
Support for anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem growth
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About
Kristina Clingan is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) in Ohio with 20 years of clinical experience supporting people through difficult emotional seasons. She works with concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem, offering an empathetic, grounded presence while helping clients make sense of what they are going through.
Her work often focuses on meaningful personal growth, including improving communication, managing social anxiety and phobia, navigating isolation or loneliness, and reconnecting with a sense of life purpose. Kristina emphasizes self-love and healing while helping clients strengthen their ability to build healthier connections with themselves and with others.
Kristina approaches therapy with respect for each individual’s unique story and pace. She aims to provide a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore experiences, develop resilience, and practice genuine self-compassion. Therapy with her is collaborative and centered on creating personalized strategies that help clients cope with life changes and move toward more authentic living.
Her work often focuses on meaningful personal growth, including improving communication, managing social anxiety and phobia, navigating isolation or loneliness, and reconnecting with a sense of life purpose. Kristina emphasizes self-love and healing while helping clients strengthen their ability to build healthier connections with themselves and with others.
Kristina approaches therapy with respect for each individual’s unique story and pace. She aims to provide a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore experiences, develop resilience, and practice genuine self-compassion. Therapy with her is collaborative and centered on creating personalized strategies that help clients cope with life changes and move toward more authentic living.
- Location:
- Ohio, United States
- Years Experience:
- 20
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Communication problems, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Self-love
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: OH LISW I.2506228
- NPI Number: 1386008480
- License: LISW (Ohio)
Evidence-Based Support, Made Accessible Through Online Therapy
Kristina Clingan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques, which means she draws from approaches that are supported by research and adapted to each client’s goals. In practice, this often looks like learning practical skills to manage stress and anxiety, building healthier thought and behavior patterns that can contribute to low mood or self-esteem concerns, and developing steadier coping strategies after trauma and abuse or major life changes.Online therapy also allows space to focus on communication challenges, social anxiety, and feelings of isolation by practicing new ways of relating to oneself and others. Sessions can emphasize self-compassion and self-love while helping clients reconnect with values and a sense of life purpose, step by step and at a pace that feels manageable.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Kristina works collaboratively with clients to clarify what they want from therapy, what has helped or not helped in the past, and which strategies best fit their preferences and day-to-day reality.
With online therapy, clients can meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to stay consistent, fit therapy into a busy schedule, and access support from wherever it is most comfortable.
How much experience does Kristina Clingan have?
Kristina Clingan has 20 years of experience providing therapy and support.
Is Kristina Clingan a licensed therapist?
Yes. Kristina Clingan is licensed in Ohio as an LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker). Her license number is OH LISW I.2506228.
In which languages does Kristina Clingan provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Kristina Clingan located?
Kristina Clingan is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Kristina Clingan as my therapist?
You can work with Kristina Clingan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kristina Clingan work with international clients?
No. Kristina Clingan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kristina Clingan 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, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.