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Kristy Gehling, LSCSW

Kansas LSCSW supporting stress and parenting challenges
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Parenting and family guidance
  • Self esteem and motivation

About Kristy Gehling

Kristy Gehling is a Kansas-licensed mental health professional with six years of clinical experience who supports people coping with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, motivation struggles, self-esteem concerns, and confidence issues. She holds an LSCSW - Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker - and brings a strengths-based perspective that centers each person as the expert of their own story. Kristy helps clients identify and build on those strengths to address obstacles that feel overwhelming or stuck.

Kristy approaches the first step toward change as an act of courage and offers steady, practical support as clients pursue a more fulfilling, happier life. Her work emphasizes collaborative goal setting, skill building, and empowering clients to make meaningful changes at a pace that fits their needs. She aims to create a respectful, encouraging environment where people can explore challenges, experiment with new strategies, and increase confidence in their ability to manage life stressors and relationships.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersBipolar disorderADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily problemsImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kristy Gehling have?

Kristy Gehling has six years of professional experience working with individuals and families.

Is Kristy Gehling a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LSCSW credential (Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker). License details: KS LSCSW LSCSW 5210.

In which languages does Kristy Gehling provide therapy?

Kristy provides therapy in English.

Where is Kristy Gehling located?

Kristy is located in Kansas.

How can I work with Kristy Gehling as my therapist?

Clients can work with Kristy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kristy Gehling work with international clients?

Kristy Gehling does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kristy Gehling cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client’s 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. A prospective client can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with the therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Kristy uses several evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take meaningful action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise - it can be especially helpful for anxiety, stress, and building life direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and learning practical skills to change behaviors and moods, often supporting work on anxiety, depression, anger, and self-esteem. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that strengthens a person’s own motivation for change by exploring ambivalence and encouraging small, manageable steps toward goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kristy works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people balancing work, family, and other commitments. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care, try different session formats, and engage in therapy in ways that suit individual schedules and communication styles while working with licensed professionals and therapists.

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