Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
My name is Kristine Bartos and I am excited for the opportunity to collaborate with you. In my professional work and in my own life, I have discovered that truly understanding ourselves is a major component of any successful therapy, as self-knowledge can empower us to act consistently with our values and objectives despite the “noise” we hear from within and without. Therefore, a major foundation of my practice is cognitive behavioral. It’s the work of understanding how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact, and developing expertise in the feedback loops of your own behavioral triad. I also like to incorporate a psychodynamic approach to address unresolved formative experiences as needed, as well as to provide practical guidance in symptom relief. Building coping skills for the here and now is essential to finding satisfaction in, and sticking with, the therapeutic journey. In addition to CBT, my background includes mindfulness-based practice and an interest in neuropsychology, and I like to incorporate both when indicated. My therapeutic style is warm and encouraging. I am goal and action-oriented as an individual, so I am good at combining a safe and welcoming therapeutic style with a more structured skill acquisition and concrete progress-based approach.
I earned a Masters of Science in Social Work from Columbia University in 2012 and have since found my niche working with adults and adolescents in medical settings. My experience includes providing counseling and crisis intervention to clients presenting with a broad range of issues, including anxiety and depression, substance misuse and abuse, trauma, major chronic and/or life-threatening medical conditions, and other adjustment-related issues. As a result of working with such a diverse population in these settings, I have developed a strong belief in adapting my approach to you, the client, because our stories and challenges are unique. I would love to hear how I may be able to contribute to your life.
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Kristine Bartos is a licensed clinical social worker in Florida who blends insight-oriented work with practical skill building. Her practice is grounded in cognitive behavioral methods – helping people map how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact and learning to change unhelpful feedback loops. She also integrates psychodynamic perspectives when needed to address unresolved formative experiences and offers concrete strategies for symptom relief.
Mindfulness-informed techniques and an interest in neuropsychology appear in her approach when appropriate, and she places a strong emphasis on developing coping skills that support short-term symptom management as well as long-term change. Her therapeutic manner is warm and encouraging, and she combines a welcoming style with a structured, goal-focused process that emphasizes skill acquisition and measurable progress.
She earned a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University in 2012 and holds licensure to practice as a clinical social worker in Florida, meaning she is an LCSW with license number SW15324. Kristine has three years of experience providing counseling and crisis intervention, primarily working with adolescents and adults in medical settings.
Her clinical background includes working with people facing anxiety and depression, substance misuse and abuse, trauma, major chronic or life-threatening medical conditions, and other adjustment-related concerns. Because each person brings a unique story, she adapts her methods to fit the individual. She welcomes the opportunity to explore how she might support someone’s goals and wellbeing.
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One major benefit is flexibility – individuals can connect in the format that best fits their schedule and comfort, choosing from video sessions, phone calls, live chat, or in-app messaging. This versatility makes it easier to weave therapy into a busy life.
Sessions are provided by licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they seek a different fit. For many people seeking support for everyday mental health challenges, online therapy offers an accessible and effective option.
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