Kristian Skillman, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Kristian Skillman

Focus areas

Anger Management

Depression

Self-Harm / Injury

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Life Transition

Suicidal Tendencies

Coping Mechanism Development

Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling

Reality Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kristian Skillman

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. I offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. My goal is to empower you to reconnect—with yourself and with those who matter most. My approach I approach every client with cultural humility and a deep respect for their lived experience. Together, we’ll collaborate to identify interventions that align with your strengths, values, and identity. I specialize in trauma-informed care and use evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered interventions to support healing, growth, and meaningful change. My focus Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed—whether by anxiety, past experiences, or the pressures of daily life? Maybe you’re navigating a big life transition, struggling with communication, or noticing patterns that leave you feeling stuck or disconnected. You don’t have to work through these challenges alone. I work with youth and adults to create a safe, supportive space where you can process what’s weighing on you, discover new strengths, and begin to heal. Together, we’ll identify practical strategies and deeper insights that empower you to move forward with clarity and confidence. My communication style My communication style is rooted in authenticity, directness, and kindness. I believe therapy works best when clients feel they’re connecting with someone genuine, so I show up as my authentic self while holding space for clients to do the same. I value directness because it helps cut through confusion and brings clarity to what’s really going on—but I always balance that with compassion and sensitivity. My goal is to create conversations that feel honest and real, while also being supportive and encouraging, so clients feel both challenged and cared for as they move toward growth.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Jose

Education and training

Argosy University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1699908095

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What practice does Kristian Skillman work with?

Kristian Skillman works with Rula Health - San Jose.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kristian Skillman?

Kristian Skillman frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Kristian Skillman on their profile.