Krista Arrington , LCSW

Krista Arrington is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 30 years of experience in community-based programs, outpatient treatment settings, and most recently, public school environments. She guides people through change using collaborative goal setting, problem solving, and progress monitoring within a validating and respectful therapeutic relationship. Krista works with individuals facing immediate challenges as well as those pursuing longer term personal growth, emphasizing the transformative potential of a trusting relationship to illuminate patterns that no longer serve a person.

Her practice addresses a range of concerns including life transitions, relationship difficulties, unhelpful behavioral patterns, family conflict, grief and loss, peri-menopause and menopause issues, and sleep disturbances. She has developed particular knowledge related to learning disabilities, neurodiverse learners, and special education and supports parents who wish to explore associated family dynamics. Krista also attends to stress, anxiety, bipolar and depressive symptoms, caregiver fatigue, and intimacy or communication problems within relationships.

Krista’s therapeutic style is empathic, thoughtful, straightforward, and authentic. She integrates mindfulness-based exercises, cognitive behavioral techniques, family systems perspectives, and positive behavioral supports, tailoring interventions to each person’s goals and situation. Light touches of humor are often included as clients learn practical, uncomplicated skills to address immediate concerns and shift unhelpful response patterns. Those who feel this approach may fit their needs are invited to reach out to begin the work together.

Practical therapeutic approaches and online care

Krista Arrington draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy to support clients in online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete strategies for anxiety, stress, sleep problems, and mood concerns. Mindfulness Therapy introduces attentive, present-moment practices that help people relate differently to difficult emotions and reduce reactivity, which can be useful for stress, relationship challenges, and coping with life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Krista works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best. She tailors techniques to the client’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods as progress unfolds and encouraging active participation in planning treatment.

Online therapy with Krista is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or work, and fit sessions into a busy life while working with licensed professionals who guide practical, goal-oriented change.