- Calm problem solving
- Sleep habit focus
- Practical next steps
About Kristi
Kristi Kangas is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience helping adults manage stress, anxiety, sleep problems, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD. She aims to make small, practical changes that improve day-to-day life. Conversations are calm and focused on immediate concerns and next steps.
Kristi builds sessions around what each person needs most. She listens for patterns that influence mood, sleep, and energy. Then she suggests concrete strategies the person can try between sessions. Progress is defined together and adjusted as needed.
Her background includes work with people facing chronic pain, illness, and age-related challenges. She also supports those dealing with isolation, impulse control, obsessive thoughts, and panic symptoms. Communication struggles, guilt, and questions about life purpose are common topics she addresses.
Kristi prefers a collaborative style. She helps people rehearse conversations, set manageable goals, and build routines that support better sleep and mood. Sessions often mix practical habit work with gentle exploration of underlying feelings.
Licensed in California as an LCSW and also licensed in Nevada, Kristi brings two decades of clinical experience to her practice. She offers help in English and does not work with international clients. People who want clear steps for improving sleep, coping with anxiety, or rebuilding confidence may find her approach approachable and steady.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Kristi uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on habits, thinking patterns, and emotional regulation. One common method helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and practice alternative ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and low mood. This approach is useful for panic attacks, worry, and mood shifts. Another practical strand concentrates on sleep habits and daily routines. It looks at timing, light exposure, and consistent steps people can take each day to improve sleep and daytime functioning. That kind of work pairs well with small behavioral changes that can be tracked between sessions. Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Kristi will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and how symptoms show up in daily life. Together they decide which techniques to try first and adjust the plan as progress is made. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. It can reduce travel time, allow a quicker check-in during a work break, or let someone join a session without needing to leave home. Because the exact session formats are not listed in the biography, confirm current online session options when booking to find what fits best.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
California, Nevada
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kristi often address?
She works with stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD, plus related issues like chronic pain, isolation, panic, and obsessive thoughts.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is collaborative and practical, combining habit-based strategies with gentle emotional work to help clients make day-to-day improvements.
What kind of experience does she bring?
Kristi has two decades of clinical experience supporting adults through mood disorders, life transitions, and long-term health challenges.
Where is she licensed and located?
She is licensed as an LCSW in California and in Nevada, and practices from Nevada.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take clients from other countries?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.