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Kristin Fahey

At a glance

Experience
30 years
Based in
Georgia
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

TherapistGeorgia

Kristin Fahey, LCSW, CSW

Compassionate care for stress and relationships

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License and NPI on record

CredentialStateNumber
LCSW Georgia CSW002239

NPI1699953950

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  • Practical coping skills
  • Values-based work
  • Relational focus

About Kristin

Kristin Fahey is a licensed clinical social worker in Georgia who helps people facing stress, anxiety, LGBTQ concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, and depression. She invites clients to take a first step toward a more fulfilling life and offers steady support along the way.

Kristin draws on three decades of experience to keep sessions practical and focused. She creates an open space where thoughts and feelings can be spoken without judgment. Conversations center on what matters most to the client and on small, achievable steps forward.

Her work uses straightforward, goal-oriented approaches. Kristin blends techniques to reduce unhelpful patterns, clarify values, and build new habits. She also brings relational perspectives that look at how communication and connection shape difficulties in close relationships.

Clients can expect a collaborative process. Kristin listens for strengths and preferences, then tailors tools and strategies to each person’s needs. Progress is tracked in everyday terms like clearer communication, lowered anxiety, or better day-to-day coping.

Outside of direct sessions, Kristin’s background gives her experience across a range of concerns such as caregiver stress, body image, addiction, grief, fertility questions, and family-of-origin wounds. That experience informs how she adapts exercises and conversations to fit what people are juggling in real life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Imago Relationship TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Credentials

Georgia

Languages

English

How Kristin's Approaches Shape Online Work

Kristin uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify what matters most to them and take small actions that align with their values. ACT is useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where choices feel stuck.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and adjust unhelpful thoughts and routines. CBT provides practical exercises that can reduce worry and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kristin will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then try methods that fit their life. That collaboration helps shape a plan that feels realistic and related to everyday concerns.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten commute time, and allow for quicker check-ins during transitional periods. Because specific session formats are not listed in the profile, please confirm current options before booking so you know what will work best for you. Many people find that remote sessions help them practice new skills in their regular routines and keep momentum between meetings.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kristin commonly address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, LGBTQ issues, relationship and intimacy challenges, and depression, along with related topics like caregiver stress, body image, and substance concerns.

What is Kristin's therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and straightforward, focusing on open conversation, practical exercises, and steps clients can use between sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Kristin brings 30 years of professional work experience to her practice, which she uses to adapt approaches to each person's situation.

What credentials and region are associated with this clinician?

She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Georgia.

Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Kristin?

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