Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek, LMFT

Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek is a licensed therapist in Texas with 18 years of experience working across private practice and community settings. She holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and brings a systems-oriented, client-centered perspective to clinical work. Her approach is flexible and informed by multiple trainings so care is tailored to each person or couple she sees.

She has supported a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, substance use and recovery, relationship and intimacy issues, LGBT matters, life transitions, parenting and family challenges, grief, eating and body image struggles, and work-related stress. Her background includes training in narrative therapy, the Gottman Method for couples, trauma-focused interventions, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which allows her to draw on different tools to match client needs.

Dr. Kerksiek emphasizes a collaborative and empowering therapeutic relationship. She aims to create an accepting space where people can explore difficult experiences, identify strengths, and work toward meaningful change. Reaching out for support can feel hard, and she works alongside clients to set goals, navigate obstacles, and foster growth over time.

Therapeutic Approaches for Effective Online Care

Dr. Kimberly Kerksiek draws from several evidence-informed approaches to tailor online therapy to each person or couple. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship where the person's own goals and strengths lead the work - it is helpful for stress, self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood challenges by teaching practical skills and coping strategies. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that supports processing disturbing memories and reducing their emotional intensity, which can be useful for trauma-related symptoms and certain forms of distress.

Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Kerksiek works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then selects or combines methods that fit each situation. Licensed professionals and therapists often adapt techniques over time as progress is made.

Online therapy with Dr. Kerksiek is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations, or geographic distance. These options allow ongoing care and regular check-ins while accommodating different communication preferences and practical constraints.