- Calm practical guidance
- Client-centered approach
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Kimberly
Kimberly "Kim" Frey is a California-based licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) with 20 years of experience helping people with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, family concerns, and low self-esteem. She meets people where they are and focuses on clear, practical steps that can make daily life feel more manageable. Kim emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in conversations so clients feel heard and understood.
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She works with each person to shape a plan that fits their needs and goals. Sessions typically include straightforward problem-solving, skills practice, and time to talk through what’s most pressing.
Kim uses several approaches to guide her work, including client-centered methods that follow the person’s lead, cognitive behavioral techniques that look at thoughts and behaviors, and mindfulness tools to build awareness. She also draws on dialectical behavior strategies and solution-focused techniques when those fit the moment.
Over two decades of practice have included a range of concerns from abandonment and adoption issues to caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, and communication problems. That variety helps her recognize patterns and adapt interventions to each situation.
Sessions are delivered from California and are conducted in English. The subscription model for sessions can be canceled at any time and pricing varies by location and therapist availability. To begin, prospective clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She works with each person to shape a plan that fits their needs and goals. Sessions typically include straightforward problem-solving, skills practice, and time to talk through what’s most pressing.
Kim uses several approaches to guide her work, including client-centered methods that follow the person’s lead, cognitive behavioral techniques that look at thoughts and behaviors, and mindfulness tools to build awareness. She also draws on dialectical behavior strategies and solution-focused techniques when those fit the moment.
Over two decades of practice have included a range of concerns from abandonment and adoption issues to caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, and communication problems. That variety helps her recognize patterns and adapt interventions to each situation.
Sessions are delivered from California and are conducted in English. The subscription model for sessions can be canceled at any time and pricing varies by location and therapist availability. To begin, prospective clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
How Kim Uses Therapy Approaches Online
Kim often draws on client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness in sessions. Client-centered work means the conversation follows the person’s priorities and the therapist reflects understanding back so people feel heard. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to alter mood and functioning. Mindfulness adds attention skills that help people notice stress and respond more calmly.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, needs, and preferences and together they will try methods that fit best. That collaborative checking-in helps adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, reduce travel time, and let people join from a comfortable setting. It can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or camera-off options when less bandwidth or less visual focus is preferable. Licensed professionals and therapists will work to tailor session length and focus to match what a person needs at the time.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kim help with?
Kim helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, family concerns, and self-esteem issues. She also works with related areas like caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, and communication problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and respectful. She focuses on practical steps, active listening, and tailoring the conversation to each person’s needs.
What is her professional background?
She has 20 years of professional experience helping people with a wide range of life challenges. That breadth informs how she adapts methods to different concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a licensed professional clinical counselor, LPCC, licensed in California. Her practice is based in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with Kim?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.