Kristyn VanderZouwen, LMSW
- Trauma informed approach
- Anxiety and ADHD
- Collaborative therapy style
About Kristyn VanderZouwen
As a licensed clinical social worker, Kristyn carries the LMSW credential - Licensed Master Social Worker - and brings a compassionate, trauma-informed stance to clinical work. She has sat with people navigating the raw edges of trauma, the ache of anxiety, the fog of depression, and the subtle complexities of ADHD. Her practice includes supporting survivors of sexual assault, those untangling religious wounds, and people reckoning with illness, questions of identity, and layered grief.
Kristyn provides a nonjudgmental environment that supports a return to self, voice, and agency. She works with people who arrive with a specific pain as well as those noticing a general stirring inside, meeting each person where they are. Her approach is collaborative and grounded in respect, and she treats each therapeutic encounter as the beginning of something real and work that unfolds together.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kristyn VanderZouwen have?
Kristyn VanderZouwen has 3 years of experience.
Is Kristyn VanderZouwen a licensed therapist?
Yes. Kristyn VanderZouwen holds the LMSW credential. License details: MI LMSW 6801116566.
In which languages does Kristyn VanderZouwen provide therapy?
Kristyn VanderZouwen provides therapy in English.
Where is Kristyn VanderZouwen located?
Kristyn VanderZouwen is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Kristyn VanderZouwen as my therapist?
Kristyn offers therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does Kristyn VanderZouwen work with international clients?
Kristyn VanderZouwen does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kristyn VanderZouwen cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Kristyn often draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration so clients can explore values, needs, and goals at their own pace; it is helpful for building self-esteem and clarifying life direction. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that identifies unhelpful thoughts and patterns and develops skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. When useful, Kristyn incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for people facing strong emotions or impulsivity.
Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. Kristyn collaborates with each person to identify methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, provide access from home or while traveling, and allow clients to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable while still working with licensed professionals and therapists toward meaningful change.
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