Kristina Clingan

Kristina Clingan is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker, LISW, with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and struggles with self-esteem. She also supports those coping with major life changes and searching for a clearer sense of life purpose.

Kristina focuses on practical, conversational work. Sessions look at what is happening now and what gets in the way of change. She helps people notice patterns in relationships and behavior, and she offers straightforward tools to manage symptoms and difficult moments.

Her approach emphasizes building healthier ways of relating to oneself and others. That can mean practicing new communication skills, addressing social anxiety and isolation, or learning methods to reduce overwhelm. She talks through steps for repairing trust and working toward forgiveness when that is relevant.

Kristina draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide the work. She and the client decide together which methods fit best for the situation. The emphasis is on clear goals, repeated practice, and small changes that add up over time.

People who come to Kristina can expect direct feedback and practical assignments between sessions. She encourages steady progress rather than quick fixes. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

How evidence-based approaches guide online sessions

Kristina uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on current problems and practical change. One approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying new responses to them; this helps with anxiety, low mood, and self-criticism. Another approach centers on learning and practicing interpersonal skills, which can reduce isolation, improve communication, and ease social anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kristina collaborates with each person to pick methods that match their goals and preferences. She checks in about what is or isn’t working and adjusts the plan over time so the work stays relevant and useful.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or travel. They also allow shorter check-ins when needed, or longer sessions when more time is helpful. Many people find remote sessions help maintain consistency during life changes, while still allowing practical, skills-focused work.