What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Kristen is direct in a way I really appreciate. She listens, but she also asks questions that help me get underneath what is actually going on instead of spending the whole session talking in circles.”
NPLess than 1 month ago
“Kristen helped me understand how my anxiety, past experiences, and drinking were all connected. Having one therapist who could work with all of it together was a huge relief.”
MRLess than 1 month ago
About Kristen Cardone
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Dialectical (DBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
EMDR
Trauma Focused
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Kristen Cardone
Kristen Cardone is dual-licensed in Ohio as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Supervisor (LPCC-S) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC). Substance use, anxiety, depression, and trauma get worked on together with one provider, so you tell your story once. She is based in Lewis Center and sees clients by video anywhere in Ohio.
She has thirteen years of experience across community mental health and private practice, and she has met people at every point: the first honest conversation, the fifth attempt, and the long, uneventful stretch afterward. Her approach is grounded in harm reduction. You do not need to have decided on abstinence, or on any particular goal, before you start. If you are not sure whether your drinking or use is a problem, sorting that out is a reasonable place to begin.
Kristen is EMDR-trained and works with trauma directly rather than treating it as background to the substance use, pacing it so it does not destabilize your recovery. She is LGBTQIA+ affirming, and your identity is context here rather than something to explain before the real work starts. She also works with first responders, entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives, and with shame, self-worth, burnout, and life transitions.
Approaches include harm reduction, relapse prevention, EMDR, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-focused therapy. She works with adults 18 and older in individual sessions. Outpatient therapy is the right level of care for many people, and if a higher level of care makes more sense for you, she will tell you.
Your first visit is a full intake session. Sessions are held by secure video, and you need to be located in Ohio at the time of your appointment.
What should a new client know about working with you?
You do not have to come in with a plan or a label. A lot of people start by saying they are not sure whether it is a problem, and that is a fine place to start. I will not ask you to commit to quitting before we talk, and I will not lecture you.
In the first session I will ask about what you are using or drinking, what was going on before that, and what you want to be different. By the end I will tell you honestly how I would approach it, including if I think you would be better served by a higher level of care. If you slip while we are working together, we talk about it. It is information, not a failure.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
After the first session, we set goals together, and they are yours to set. That might be cutting back, stopping, or just understanding your patterns better. Most clients meet with me weekly at first. I use Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT skills, and relapse prevention, and when trauma is part of the picture, I add EMDR once you have enough stability to do that work safely.
We look at the anxiety, depression, or trauma underneath the substance use at the same time, not one after the other. Every few weeks we review what is working and adjust the plan. If your goals change along the way, the plan changes with them.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 50 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
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More information on payments and coverage
Within 24 hours of booking, please provide your insurance information and a payment card to keep on file. We use your insurance details to verify your benefits before your first session. If we do not receive both in that time, we may not be able to confirm your appointment. Once verified, we will let you know what to expect for copays, coinsurance, or deductibles. You are responsible for any amount your plan does not cover.
We can only bill the plans listed on this profile. If your plan is not listed, please choose self-pay or another provider. Medicare and Medicaid plans are not accepted for this provider. Self-pay is available, and reduced rates may be offered based on financial need.
Cancellations with less than 48 hours' notice are considered late cancellations. Late cancellations and missed appointments are charged to the card on file and cannot be billed to insurance.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Wright State University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1255795852
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Kristen is direct in a way I really appreciate. She listens, but she also asks questions that help me get underneath what is actually going on instead of spending the whole session talking in circles.
Less than 1 month agoNP
Kristen helped me understand how my anxiety, past experiences, and drinking were all connected. Having one therapist who could work with all of it together was a huge relief.
Less than 1 month agoMR
I had been avoiding therapy because I thought I needed to have my drinking figured out before I could ask for help. Kristen made it clear that I could start exactly where I was, which made a big difference.
Less than 1 month agoCL
Kristen has been great at helping me work through trauma without making me feel rushed. She explains what we’re doing, checks in with me, and makes sure I feel comfortable with the pace.
Less than 1 month agoET
As an LGBTQ+ person, I felt very comfortable with Kristen. I didn’t have to spend time explaining or defending parts of my identity and could just focus on why I was actually there.
Less than 1 month agoAM
I’ve seen therapists before where I felt like I had to separate my mental health from everything else going on. Kristen was able to look at the whole picture, which made therapy feel much more useful.
Less than 1 month agoJM
Kristen made it easy to talk honestly about both my anxiety and my drinking without feeling judged. I appreciated that she didn’t force a label on me or tell me what my goal had to be.
Less than 1 month agoAC
I really appreciate Kristen’s approach to recovery. If something doesn’t go perfectly, she doesn’t make you feel like you failed. We look at what happened, learn from it, and figure out what to do next.
Less than 1 month agoDF
I was nervous about talking about my substance use because I didn’t want to be judged or immediately told I had to quit. Kristen met me where I was and helped me think through what I actually wanted to change.
Less than 1 month agoTB
How soon can I make an appointment with Kristen Cardone?
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Is Kristen Cardone accepting new patients?
Kristen Cardone generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Kristen Cardone's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Kristen Cardone accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Kristen Cardone online?
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What are common reasons for patients to see Kristen Cardone?
Kristen Cardone frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Kristen Cardone on their profile.
What languages does Kristen Cardone speak?
Kristen Cardone speaks English.
How do patients rate Kristen Cardone in reviews?
9 patients have reviewed Kristen Cardone. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.