- Goal oriented
- Relationship focused
- Mindfulness informed
About Kimberley
Dr. Kimberley Dockery is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people facing stress, anxiety, sleep struggles, grief, and relationship concerns. She speaks plainly and works collaboratively to set small, reachable goals. Her approach aims to reconnect people with what matters most to them and reduce daily strain.
She has about 10 years of clinical experience and has substantial work in medical family therapy settings. That background means she is familiar with challenges that come with chronic illness, cancer caregiving, postpartum changes, and seasons of life that shift suddenly. She also addresses issues like depression, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and seasonal affective disorder.
In sessions she blends practical tools with reflective conversation. You can expect goal-focused techniques alongside mindfulness practices and exploration of how relationships and context shape current struggles. She draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral ideas, emotionally-focused work, and client-centered listening.
Dr. Dockery emphasizes realistic steps rather than big promises. She will help identify a few clear priorities and track small changes over time. This can include sleep and rest strategies, communication skills, or coping plans for caregiving and chronic pain.
Her practice values compassion, respect, and collaboration. People who prefer a warm, direct style and straightforward symptom-focused work may find her approach helpful. If you want to discuss next steps, the profile guides you through a short questionnaire and scheduling process.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small actions that align with them. It helps when people feel stuck or overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying unhelpful thinking and practicing new coping skills. It is useful for sleep problems, anxiety, and mood difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy centers on empathetic listening and supporting the person's own problem-solving; it helps people feel heard and rebuild self-trust.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process. Dr. Dockery will work with each person to decide which methods suit their goals and preferences. That collaboration can include trying a mix of approaches and adjusting plans as needs change.
Confirm the available online session formats before booking, since specific options are not listed here. Many people find online care easier to fit into busy days because it cuts travel time and can allow shorter check-ins when needed. Others appreciate being able to attend from different locations or to use sessions around work or caregiving schedules. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and client-centered techniques to an online setting to focus on sleep routines, stress management, relationship skills, and pacing through health-related challenges.
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Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Oregon, Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, sleep difficulties, and relationship strain. She also supports people coping with chronic illness, caregiving, postpartum issues, and career or life-purpose concerns.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is collaborative and practical. Sessions combine goal-setting, skill practice, mindful awareness, and attention to relationships and context.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has about 10 years of experience, including time working as a medical family therapist with people facing health-related challenges.
What credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist credential, listed as LMFT, and practices in Oregon.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options with the service before booking to ensure they fit your needs.
How is pricing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.