Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek, LMFT
LMFT focusing on relationships and trauma
- Couples and individuals
- Trauma and recovery
- LGBT and family issues
About Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek
Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek is a licensed therapist with more than 18 years of experience across private practice and community mental health settings. As an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - she brings a systems-informed, client-centered perspective to her work, adapting methods to fit the distinct needs of each person or couple she sees.
She has worked with a wide and diverse range of clients facing concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, life transitions, substance use and recovery, LGBT+ issues, and trauma. Her training spans multiple therapeutic modalities, including narrative therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, trauma-focused interventions, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which allows her to draw from several evidence-informed techniques when shaping treatment.
Dr. Kerksiek’s style is collaborative and strengths-oriented. She aims to foster an accepting space where clients can explore difficult material, build on personal resources, and pursue meaningful change. She recognizes that reaching out for help can be hard and that therapy itself can be challenging, and she works alongside clients to set goals, address obstacles, and move toward the outcomes they want.
She has worked with a wide and diverse range of clients facing concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, life transitions, substance use and recovery, LGBT+ issues, and trauma. Her training spans multiple therapeutic modalities, including narrative therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, trauma-focused interventions, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which allows her to draw from several evidence-informed techniques when shaping treatment.
Dr. Kerksiek’s style is collaborative and strengths-oriented. She aims to foster an accepting space where clients can explore difficult material, build on personal resources, and pursue meaningful change. She recognizes that reaching out for help can be hard and that therapy itself can be challenging, and she works alongside clients to set goals, address obstacles, and move toward the outcomes they want.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek have?
Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek has 18 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: TX LMFT 201069.
In which languages does Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek provide therapy?
English
Where is Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek located?
Texas
How can I work with Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek work with international clients?
Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Dr. Kerksiek
Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek draws from client-centered therapy to place the person at the heart of treatment - this approach emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and supporting clients as they identify their own strengths and goals, which can be especially helpful for life transitions, self-esteem, and relationship concerns.She incorporates the Gottman Method when working with couples, using practical skills and structured tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and rebuild connection. This method is aimed at couples who want concrete strategies for improving relationship patterns.
For clients processing trauma, Dr. Kerksiek offers EMDR, a trauma-focused approach that helps people reprocess distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity. EMDR can be beneficial for a range of trauma-related symptoms and for clients who have not found relief through other methods.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Dr. Kerksiek works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences. Together they assess progress and adjust the plan as needed.
Online therapy with Dr. Kerksiek is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to continue care from home or other convenient locations, while still working with a licensed professional.
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