Kristina Barker, LCSW, TN | Psychotherapist

About Kristina Barker

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Therapy

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Families

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Compassion Focused

Coaching

Humanistic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kristina Barker

Hi there, I'm Kristina! Do you have a minute? I would like to introduce myself and share some information to help you decide if we can build something together. My name is Kristina Barker. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Tennessee State University and bring over 15 years of experience as a Nurse and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am a non-judgmental professional with a proven track record of helping others find relief, develop resilience, and experience improvements in their happiness and character strengths through a strong therapeutic alliance. My approach Some therapeutic techniques I utilize include cognitive restructuring, mindfulness meditation, relaxation techniques, journaling, dream analysis, and family therapy. I believe in a collaborative approach and work closely with clients to develop a personalized treatment plan. My focus I work with individuals facing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship difficulties, and trauma-related symptoms. I feel most comfortable treating clients who are open to exploring their thoughts and emotions, actively participating in therapy, and committed to making positive changes. My communication style People have described me as bubbly and energetic. I have a kind and inquisitive communication style. Wondering what it feels like to work with me? I want to be a partner in the therapeutic journey. I want someone willing to face the fact that conflict is not the enemy. The *how* of the conflict is the enemy. When we say things that are critical, mean, or hurtful—when we stop listening and forget the other person is a human with vulnerabilities, fears, quirks, and their own messy way of dealing with conflict—that’s the enemy. I want an alliance grounded in understanding that when we lose sight of the actual enemy, we may become the enemy: the enemy of connection, justice, and love.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Peer Relationship Struggles

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Peer Relationship Struggles

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Tennessee

Education and training

Tennessee State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1679382295

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What practice does Kristina Barker work with?

Kristina Barker works with Rula Health - Tennessee.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kristina Barker?

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