Kristine Gustafson, LPC
Missouri LPC supporting trauma recovery and life change
- Trauma and anxiety
- Compassion fatigue expertise
- Online and international availability
About Kristine Gustafson
Kristine Gustafson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a board-approved supervisor practicing in Missouri with 14 years of clinical experience. She uses an integrated, person-focused approach that draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness practices, client-centered techniques, and Motivational Interviewing to tailor care to each person's needs.
Kristine works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, grief, and life transitions. She also has focused experience supporting those dealing with compassion fatigue, chronic illness and caregiving demands, addictions, self-esteem and body image concerns, sleep and eating issues, and a wide range of other challenges. Her practice includes work with LGBT clients, parenting concerns, ADHD, bipolar conditions, and career-related stress.
In sessions Kristine emphasizes collaboration and practical skills building. She helps clients identify obstacles, strengthen coping strategies, and clarify personal values and goals so they can move toward meaningful change. Her steady, nonjudgmental style aims to create a welcoming space where people can explore difficult emotions, develop new responses to stress, and pursue greater wellbeing on their own terms.
Kristine works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, grief, and life transitions. She also has focused experience supporting those dealing with compassion fatigue, chronic illness and caregiving demands, addictions, self-esteem and body image concerns, sleep and eating issues, and a wide range of other challenges. Her practice includes work with LGBT clients, parenting concerns, ADHD, bipolar conditions, and career-related stress.
In sessions Kristine emphasizes collaboration and practical skills building. She helps clients identify obstacles, strengthen coping strategies, and clarify personal values and goals so they can move toward meaningful change. Her steady, nonjudgmental style aims to create a welcoming space where people can explore difficult emotions, develop new responses to stress, and pursue greater wellbeing on their own terms.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kristine Gustafson have?
Kristine Gustafson has 14 years of experience.
Is Kristine Gustafson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: MO LPC 2018002420.
In which languages does Kristine Gustafson provide therapy?
Kristine provides therapy in English.
Where is Kristine Gustafson located?
Kristine is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Kristine Gustafson as my therapist?
You can work with Kristine through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kristine Gustafson work with international clients?
Yes, Kristine works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kristine Gustafson 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.
Approaches and Accessibility in Online Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take action toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and helping clients move past avoidance. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, empathetic relationship in which the therapist offers support and reflection so the client can explore their own solutions and build self-understanding; this approach can be especially helpful during life transitions and relationship challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, providing practical tools for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other common concerns.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Kristine works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts methods over time so therapy fits what the client finds most helpful. Together they decide which strategies to emphasize and how to pace work toward meaningful improvements.
Online therapy with Kristine is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care during busy periods, while traveling, or when in-person visits are not practical. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver goal-focused therapy and ongoing support tailored to the client’s life.
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