Kristen M Nagy

LAC

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New Jersey Available for Online Therapy

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About Kristen M Nagy

I am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) who earned my master's degree from Nathan Weiss Graduate College at Kean University. My therapeutic approach is integrative, client-centered and collaborative, seeking to meet my clients where they are at throughout their therapeutic journey. Utilizing evidence-based strategies from various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Action and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and trauma informed care/somatic strategies, I seek to support and assist clients in learning and applying coping tools and strategies to manage/reduce symptoms and improve overall well-being.

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One meaningful breakthrough involved assisting a client navigate and overcome barriers to re-establish a relationship with family after years of estrangement. Utilizing CBT and DBT skills, we navigated root causes of unhelpful thought patterns, emotional triggers and learned healthy communication techniques to rebuild connection.

My therapeutic approach is integrative, client-centered and collaborative, seeking to meet my clients where they are at throughout their therapeutic journey. Utilizing evidence-based strategies from various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Action and Commitment Therapy(ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and trauma informed care/somatic strategies, I seek to support and assist clients in learning and applying coping tools and strategies to manage/reduce symptoms and improve overall well-being.

The first session is the opportunity for us to get know one another and build therapeutic rapport to ensure that you feel that the counseling relationship is a good fit. We will explore what brought you to therapy, discuss your therapy goals and personal experiences/background, based on your comfort level, that may have influenced the seeking of support and intervention at this time. The first session is an opportunity for you to ask questions and share your expectations for therapy sessions and intervention and discuss what you are looking for in a therapist. My goal is for you to leave the session feeling safe, heard and respected.

The motivation to be a therapist comes from working with clients in their most vulnerable and challenging moments where ability to change and heal is questioned by themselves and being present throughout their journey of transformation witnessing every small step toward progress and change to be a better version of themselves. It is a powerful experience in witnessing individuals regain trust and safety within themselves, regain confidence and courage in their ability to navigate life challenges, be their authentic version of themselves and recognize and acknowledge progress toward being a better "you" is truly what is rewarding for me as a therapist.

Highlights

Kristen Nagy, Resident in Counseling, is under the clinical supervision of Melinda Korte, LPC, 1050 Kings Hwy N Ste 103, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034, 856-438-8458, while obtaining supervised post-master’s degree experience per the laws and regulations governing the practice of Professional Counseling.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

I will work with clients to identify and process triggers, address unhelpful thought patterns, improve emotional regulation and regulation of the nervous system, work toward healing of the inner wounded child, increase self-awareness to and build upon personal strengths to foster resilience and sense of trust within self, improve communication skills, boundary setting and conflict resolution strategies to support and promote healthy relationship, manage and navigate life transitions, grief and trauma.

Which evidence-based modalities do you specialize in, and how are they applied?

I utilize evidence-based therapies, including trauma-informed care, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength-Based Therapy.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I believe that a safe and productive therapeutic relationship begins the moment the client initially enters the therapy session. In ensuring that such an environment is fostered, I bring to each session my warmth, empathy and a non-judgmental approach. I seek to meet clients where they are at every moment of their counseling journey, offering support, guidance and unconditional positive regard, enabling clients to be in the "drivers seat" in directing the goals, pace and decisions of therapeutic intervention and treatment while providing evidence-based strategies and tools to help clients navigate the course of their therapeutic journey. Skills and strategies introduced are practiced in sessions for client to effectively implement to real life circumstances.