Kristen Goodell, MA, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Kristen Goodell

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Premarital Counseling

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Eating Disorder

Women's Issues Therapy

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Gender Affirming Counseling

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Existential

EMDR

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kristen Goodell

Kristen Goodell, LMFT, helps children, adolescents, teens, and adults across California navigate emotional challenges, strengthen resilience, and develop the skills needed to thrive. As a Marriage & Family Therapist with LifeStance Health, she provides compassionate, individualized care that meets patients where they are while empowering them to move toward meaningful change. Kristen works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, and she supports patients facing a variety of additional mental health and life challenges. Her treatment approach incorporates evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), along with other interventions tailored to each patient's needs. Through individual and family therapy, Kristen creates a welcoming and supportive environment where patients feel heard, respected, and understood. She values the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship and works collaboratively with each patient to develop practical tools for managing challenges and achieving personal goals. In addition to her primary areas of focus, she provides support for a range of mental health concerns and life transitions. Outside of her clinical practice, Kristen enjoys swimming and staying active, spending time with her daughters and family, relaxing at the beach, and exploring her creative side through art.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Office location

Kristen Goodell, MA, LMFT also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2

3609 Ocean Ranch Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92056

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2

Education and training

Pepperdine University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
University of San Diego, Bachelor's

Professional memberships

American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists

NPI number

1487900221

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Kristen Goodell?

Generally, Kristen Goodell has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Kristen Goodell's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Kristen Goodell accepting new patients?

Kristen Goodell generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Kristen Goodell's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Kristen Goodell accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Kristen Goodell online?

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What practice does Kristen Goodell work with?

Kristen Goodell works with LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2.

Where is Kristen Goodell's office located?

Kristen Goodell has 2 office locations in Oceanside, view full addresses on Kristen Goodell's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kristen Goodell?

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