Dr. Kristin Abbate, PsyD

Dr. Kristin Abbate, PsyD

Psychologist
7373 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85253

At a glance

Accepts 20 insurances
Aetna, American Republic Insurance Company, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Works at LifeStance Health - Arizona
2 office locations · View practice profile
Speaks English and Spanish
Offers telehealth visits
Video appointments available via Telehealth

Office location

LifeStance Health - Arizona
7373 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85253

Kristin Abbate does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time

Search similar providers

In-network insurances

Aetna
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Women's Mental Health Issues
Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit

More about Dr. Kristin Abbate, PsyD

Kristin Abbate, PsyD, helps patients build meaningful change by offering compassionate, evidence-based mental health care tailored to their unique needs. Serving individuals and families across Arizona, she supports children, adolescents, and adults through various life stages and challenges. Whether you're seeking help for your childs behavioral difficulties, navigating postpartum struggles, or looking to improve your relationships, Dr. Abbate offers a warm, inclusive space where healing and growth can begin. Dr. Abbate is especially passionate about working with children and adolescents who are experiencing developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, or complex behavioral challenges. With a soft spot for young individuals with special needs, she utilizes strengths-based strategies and incorporates Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) to build trust and engagement. Her approach includes Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and parenting skills training to support families in fostering better communication, emotional regulation, and daily functioning. Dr. Abbate also specializes in helping patients address school avoidance, ADHD, and childhood behavior issues with clinical insight and genuine care. In addition to her work with children and teens, Dr. Abbate provides support to adults facing anxiety, grief, medical stress, reproductive challenges, and couples issues. Her therapeutic methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, family therapy, and couples/marital counseling. She serves individuals navigating adoption or foster care experiences and offers tailored care for those with autism or developmental disabilities. While she emphasizes these core areas, Dr. Abbate also offers additional treatment services for a wide range of concerns. Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Abbate is passionate about dog rescue and enjoys international travel. These personal interests reflect her deep empathy and curiosity about the world and the people in it.

Education & experience

Education

Pepperdine University, Doctor of Psychology

Practice

Background

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

NPI number

#1053728584
Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Kristin Abbate work with?

Dr. Kristin Abbate works with LifeStance Health - Arizona.

Where is Dr. Kristin Abbate's office located?

Dr. Kristin Abbate has 2 office locations in Scottsdale, view full addresses on Dr. Abbate's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kristin Abbate?

Dr. Kristin Abbate frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kristin Abbate on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Kristin Abbate speak?

Dr. Kristin Abbate speaks English and Spanish.

Zocdoc›Phoenix, AZ Psychologists›Dr. Kristin Abbate, PsyD

Kristin Abbate does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time.