Kristen Carothers,  MSW, LCSW

Kristen Carothers, MSW, LCSW, earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis, with a focus in Mental Health and a specialty in Family Therapy. She brings over 26 years of experience treating adolescents, adults, families, and older adults. Kristy has practiced in a variety of settings including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, emergency departments, public schools, and outpatient psychiatric treatment centers. She has extensive experience treating Anxiety, Depression, families dealing with Substance Use Disorders, Trauma and Attachment issues, and Grief and Loss. 

Kristy is an EMDRIA trained EMDR therapist, as well as a trained Forensic Interviewer. She has received additional post-graduate training in Trauma-Focused Treatment, Attachment Theory, and Substance Use Disorder. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Interpersonal therapy to inspire and support change. Kristy also works with local Family Law Attorneys to guide and support clients through the difficult transition of divorce. She partners with clients to help them realize their unique strengths and authentic self.

Kristy is known for her direct, open, and compassionate approach. She counts as invaluable experience her years as an at home parent to four children, now ages 20-26.

Insurance

Kristy is an out of network provider. She will provide statements for clients to submit to insurance for out of network benefits.

To schedule an appointment, call or send a confidential text message to 314-406-9679