1st session was incredible cannot wait for more
Kristina Ellen, LCMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Kristina is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Kristina. View 14 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in North Carolina and Nevada
Recent reviews
So far Kristina has been on top of her stuff and makes sure she has good communication and helps in the best way possible!
More about Kristina
- 19 years' experience
- Female
- LCMHC, LCPC
First and foremost, I am very happy that you have chosen Betterhelp and I look forward to being able to help you through this trying time in your life. I go by Nicole. Kristina is my first name and what is on my license so that is what is listed. I am a holistic counselor who focuses on all aspects of the body and mind and what is necessary to maintain a balance there. I've been in the counseling field for 19 years and I have been a licensed counselor for the past 9 years. I have worked in all aspects of the counseling field including Telehealth, inpatient treatment centers, Assertive Community treatment teams, and Community Health as well as in Primary Care Medical Offices and now Private Practice. I believe that each of these steps in my career built a small part of what I now use to make sure that I am treating the whole person rather than just pieces of a person when they walk in my door.
I have been nominated for NC Counselor of the year on 2016 and 2017 and was voted one of Brunswick County Top 10 Young Professionals in 2016. I use different approaches tailored to the individual to assist them in meeting their goals on therapy while maintaining a comfortable relaxed setting to do so. I do not set limits on therapy. This is about you and over the years I have learned that therapy does not have a time frame, it is about the individual journey and I am excited to help you on yours.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Depression
LGBT
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Abandonment
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Kristina Ellen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588906242.
- LCMHC · North Carolina · 10093 · Expires June 2025
- LCPC · Nevada · CP5782-R · Expires January 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Kristina Ellen
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
1st session was incredible cannot wait for more
So far Kristina has been on top of her stuff and makes sure she has good communication and helps in the best way possible!
Kristina is excellent! Great listener. Knowledgeable.
Nicole helped me push through one of the hardest times of my life, at a time when I didn't have enough money to see a regular therapist. She provided me with much needed support and helped me understand the importance of self acceptance and self limitation. Her expertise matched my struggles.
Working with Nicole so far has been amazing. She is so easy to talk to and I really look forward to our sessions
She was a great listener and was so nice and respectful ❤
Kristina has really helped me think about problems in new ways and always has a variety of solutions for my concerns. She really helps me understand my worries and shift my mindset towards them. I can’t recommend her enough.
Glad that I chose BetterHelp and really glad I’ve been paired with Nicole. She’s very understanding and I’ve forgotten what’s it like to have an objective point of view to speak to.
I really found her holistic counselling to be very beneficial to understand how to cope with my hurt in life and how to give it to the Lord
Wonderful, patient and excellent, understanding therapist - would highly recommend!
Kristina is the best counselor I've ever had. She listens and respects me on a level I've never received from a counselor, and she makes sure that I am aware that I am a priority and important.
She is very supportive and for the first time I like talking with my therapist.
She is very good. Kristina always turns up to sessions and always checks up on me. Very understanding and always honest. She also makes sure you get as much help as possible as well.
I felt really relieved and better when she was checking up on me when I did not feel like talking. She is very understanding and caring, yet still makes me realize that the way of my thinking is chocking me when I should think positively. Thank you
Frequently asked questions
Does Kristina Ellen offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kristina Ellen works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Kristina Ellen speak?
Kristina Ellen speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kristina Ellen have?
Kristina Ellen has 19 years of experience.
Where is Kristina Ellen licensed to practice?
Kristina Ellen is licensed to practice in North Carolina and Nevada.
Does Kristina Ellen accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kristina Ellen does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Kristina Ellen offer?
Kristina Ellen offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Kristina Ellen?
Kristina Ellen can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Kristina Ellen?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.