Kristen Edwards, LCSW

Kristen Edwards views mental health as a continuum, noting that everyone moves between states of wellness and struggle as physical health, access to care, social support, nutrition, work environments, family and community connections, housing, and broader social or political conditions change. People respond to stress in a variety of ways - no reaction is inherently wrong, though some responses may need adjustment to reduce harm or distress and promote healthier coping.

She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Since 2014 she has provided therapeutic and support services to diverse populations across multiple settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient programs, community-based agencies, residential drug and alcohol centers, and private practice. Her clinical background includes work with individuals across the mental health spectrum, including adjustment disorders, depression and bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety and stress disorders, personality disorders, and those confronting significant psychosocial stressors.

Her therapeutic stance is collaborative, partnering with each person to identify needs and develop practical approaches to address them. She is able to offer flexibility in scheduling when possible and tailors her approach to fit the situation. She has returned to Betterhelp as a therapist and positions herself as an ally to people who are taking steps toward improved well-being.