What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“I feel so very fortunate to have him as my therapist. A perfect fit. He seems thorough, professional, experienced and yet very approachable and sincere/authentic. I look forward to opening up truthfully about all of my issues to him and feel confident that he will be able to truly help me live a more joyous life. Which is all I want to do which includes being a better, healthier, well balanced person who lives with purpose and kindness and has peace.
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More than 1 year ago
“I feel like I could have checked all the boxes. I've had some experience with therapists before and he is the best by far. Maybe it's just his style meshing with mine, but it works!”
More than 1 year ago
About Kirby Wohlander
Focus areas
Stress Management
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Strength-Based
Gestalt
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
EMDR
Psychodynamic
Eclectic
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Kirby Wohlander
My name is Kirby Wohlander, and I've been in the field for more than 40 years. I use a warm, strengths-based, sometimes humorous, skill-teaching approach, helping people learn to cope with, manage, and eliminate their symptoms.
Most clients seek help with anxiety and/or depression. For anxiety, we examine current stressors and apply practical management tools to bring quick relief. For depression, I combine exploration of underlying causes with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify negative thought patterns and help clients become more positive and hopeful about their future.
Trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) in 2018, I do extensive trauma work with people who have experienced abuse, neglect, and/or PTSD. I've also worked in alcohol and drug rehabilitation, giving me familiarity with addiction recovery, 12-Step and Smart Recovery programs, and how these challenges affect families and relationships.
For about five years, I ran family service programs for the military and developed a solid understanding of military culture — particularly Navy life and the strain of long deployments. I'm well-versed in the unique challenges service members and their families face.
Much of my career has been spent working with high-functioning outpatient clients: teachers, nurses, engineers, physicians, professors, other mental health professionals, and students, among others.
Finally, my experience in psychiatric hospitals and programs for the chronically mentally ill has given me broad exposure to severe mental health conditions. I'm comfortable and experienced working with clients managing serious bipolar symptoms or psychotic symptoms such as hearing voices and unusual thinking.
Across all of these areas, my goal remains the same: to meet each person where they are and give them the tools they need to thrive.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I see therapy as a collaborative effort. I welcome and encourage feedback about our sessions, often asking every few meetings, how the client feels the work is going, and if it is helping them. I want every client to feel heard, understood, supported and safe. My approach is to build a picture of the client's life, and to see things, especially the difficult ones, through their eyes. We can then examine how and why they see things as they do, and explore new ways of perceiving and experiencing what is happening to them. Through this process, and the skill acquisition mentioned above, it is hoped that the client will come to understand themselves, and their situation in new ways. Clients often leave each session with new things to try, a new way of seeing something, or a fresh understanding of a past event that provides them with both insight and relief in the present.
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More information on payments and coverage
Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- San Diego State University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1407279656
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
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I feel so very fortunate to have him as my therapist. A perfect fit. He seems thorough, professional, experienced and yet very approachable and sincere/authentic. I look forward to opening up truthfully about all of my issues to him and feel confident that he will be able to truly help me live a more joyous life. Which is all I want to do which includes being a better, healthier, well balanced person who lives with purpose and kindness and has peace.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I feel like I could have checked all the boxes. I've had some experience with therapists before and he is the best by far. Maybe it's just his style meshing with mine, but it works!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
How soon can I make an appointment with Kirby Wohlander?
Generally, Kirby Wohlander has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Kirby Wohlander's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Kirby Wohlander accepting new patients?
Kirby Wohlander generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Kirby Wohlander's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Kirby Wohlander accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Kirby Wohlander online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Kirby Wohlander using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Kirby Wohlander work with?
Kirby Wohlander works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Kirby Wohlander?
Kirby Wohlander frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Kirby Wohlander on their profile.
What languages does Kirby Wohlander speak?
Kirby Wohlander speaks English.