Founded by Psychiatrists
Kristiann Smith
MFT
Accepts Insurance
Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety
Communication Skills
+20 more
I hold an MSC from California Baptist University (2000) and work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing. For clients who desire it, I offer faith-based counseling that integrates Christian beliefs with evidence-based care. I also work with people of all backgrounds—including those who are agnostic or atheist—with a commitment to compassion, respect, and nonjudgment. My approach blends realism with encouragement, helping you move from surviving toward a deeper sense of peace, clarity, and purpose.
My Clients
When depression, anxiety, or major life transitions begin to shake your sense of direction, it can feel like you're doing everything you can—including leaning on your faith—yet still feeling stuck. You may be holding it all together on the outside, while inside, you're overwhelmed, tired, or losing sight of what used to bring you peace. I became a mental health clinician because I’ve seen firsthand that healing is possible—and that hope, paired with practical tools, can ease suffering and open the door to change.
Serves Ages: 18+
Qualifications:
- California Baptist University 2000 - MSC
- California Baptist University 1997 - BA
Insurances Accepted:
- Aetna
- Aetna Commercial
- Allied Benefits - Aetna Plans
- AmeriBen
- APWU Health Plan
- Blue Shield of CA
- Cigna
- Cigna EAP
- Cigna Healthcare
- EBMS
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Methodologies:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
Headlight is founded by clinicians.
All clinicians hired by Headlight pass a rigorous screening process.Areas of Focus:
- Adjustment Disorder
- Anxiety
- Communication Skills
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dysthymic Disorder
- Emotional Regulation
- Family Origins
- Fatigue, burn out, and self-care
- Grief
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Languages:
- English
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