Kirstin Lalka, MS, FL | Psychotherapist

About Kirstin Lalka

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Play Therapy

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kirstin Lalka

The provider is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern. I am working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist and completed a master's level certificate in play therapy. I have been trained in child centered play therapy and completed many trainings in play therapy covering topics in partnering with parents, working with neurodivergent children, incorporating expressive arts (including virtual means), and using sand tray techniques. I am from West Michigan and moved to Florida in 2019. I pursued a Master's of Divinity in chaplaincy from 2019-2023. During my time in this program, I realized the counseling aspects resonated with me the most and wanted to have a longer term impact in people's lives instead of the short term meetings that come with chaplaincy. I decided to change my focus to clinical mental health. Through my clinical experience, I discovered a passion for using play therapy across the lifespan and advocating for neurodivergent children. I use child centered play therapy and sand tray to help children process and communicate their inner experience and develop their sense of self. I am particularly passionate about working with preteens and middle school students who are neurodivergent by utilizing a mix of play and talk therapy to help clients recognize strengths and develop identity. I place a strong emphasis on working with families alongside their child to address relationship dynamics and create a supportive environment for children and their families to thrive. Outside the counseling room, I enjoy attending Solar Bears games with my family, singing show tunes, and spending time with my cats. I dream of running a cat café after I retire from the mental health field.

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Popular visit reasons

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Office location

Kirstin Lalka, MS also offers online video visits for patients

New Hope Counseling Center

2572 W State Rd 426, Ste 2008, Oviedo, FL 32765

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Education and background

Practice names

New Hope Counseling Center

Education and training

Palm Beach Atlantic University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Cornerstone University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1194446435

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Frequently asked questions

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Is Kirstin Lalka accepting new patients?

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What practice does Kirstin Lalka work with?

Kirstin Lalka works with New Hope Counseling Center.

Where is Kirstin Lalka's office located?

Kirstin Lalka has 2 office locations in Oviedo, view full addresses on Kirstin Lalka's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kirstin Lalka?

Kirstin Lalka frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Kirstin Lalka on their profile.