Dr. Kristen Lawlor, LICSW, DSW, NH

About Dr. Kristen Lawlor

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Pain Management Consultation

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Life Transition

Couples Therapy

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Clientele seen

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Kristen Lawlor

Kristen Lawlor, LICSW, helps adults and seniors across New Hampshire navigate life's challenges with empathy and evidence-based care. Whether you're experiencing depression, navigating grief, or facing difficult life transitions, Kristen offers a supportive therapeutic space to help you build resilience, foster emotional balance, and work toward meaningful personal goals. She provides individual and couples therapy to adults aged 27 and older, with a particular focus on helping those in midlife or later life adapt to shifting roles, relationships, and health-related changes. Kristen is especially passionate about supporting individuals through grief, later life transitions, and challenges related to chronic medical conditions. With over a decade of experience, she works with clients facing the emotional toll of health changes, aging, and loss. Her approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based strategies to help clients manage distress, cultivate coping skills, and rediscover purpose during life's more complex phases. Kristen's dedication to this work is rooted in a deep respect for the stories and strengths each client brings to therapy. She also specializes in working with military personnel and veterans, first responders, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Her clinical style is informed by both compassion and cultural competence, ensuring each client feels seen, heard, and respected. In addition to her clinical work, Kristen remains engaged in the field through adjunct teaching and advocacy work aimed at combating ageism.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Migraine

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Migraine

Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - New Hampshire

Education and training

The University of Alabama, Doctor of Social Work

NPI number

1700137106

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristen Lawlor?

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

Is Dr. Kristen Lawlor accepting new patients?

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

Does Dr. Kristen Lawlor accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristen Lawlor online?

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What practice does Dr. Kristen Lawlor work with?

Dr. Kristen Lawlor works with LifeStance Health - New Hampshire.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kristen Lawlor?

Dr. Kristen Lawlor frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, and Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kristen Lawlor on their profile.