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KRISTINA KOTECHA, LPC

  • Experience21 years
  • LocationPennsylvania
  • Focus areasStress and Anxiety, Relationship, and Family
  • Therapy approachesInternal Family Systems and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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About KRISTINA

KRISTINA KOTECHA is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 21 years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, and intimacy-related concerns.

Background and approach

She works with clients facing challenges such as addictions, grief, sleep problems, parenting pressures, anger, self-esteem struggles, career transitions, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include autism and Asperger syndrome, avoidant and dependent personality patterns, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, codependency, commitment and communication difficulties, and issues related to domestic violence and substance use.

Her approach blends respect, sensitivity, and compassion, emphasizing collaboration as she tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s needs. She integrates Internal Family Systems with evidence-based methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered techniques, solution-focused strategies, and mindfulness practices to address patterns of thought, behavior, and inner conflict.

Seeking change can feel daunting, and she frames therapy as a process of empowerment and practical support to help clients move toward greater fulfillment and functioning.

Integrating IFS and Evidence-Based Practices in Online Care

Internal Family Systems (IFS) explores internal parts and the self, helping people understand conflicting inner voices and build greater self-leadership to address patterns like anxiety, shame, and relationship struggles. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and learning practical skills for accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed action toward meaningful life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuine listening to create a therapeutic atmosphere where clients can explore concerns and find their own solutions.

Determining which approach or combination of methods will best support a person is part of the initial work. The therapist collaborates with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then adapts the work - drawing from IFS, ACT, CBT, mindfulness, or client-centered techniques - to form a personalized plan for change.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication preferences. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, offer continuity across locations within the therapist's scope, and allow for both real-time conversations and ongoing written support between live sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Areas of focus include stress and anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, depression, addictions, grief, sleep difficulties, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem and career concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe the therapist's therapeutic style?
The clinician emphasizes a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate stance, working collaboratively to tailor conversations and treatment to each person's unique needs and goals.
What level of experience does the therapist have?
The therapist has 21 years of professional work experience supporting people with a wide range of mental health and relational concerns.
What credentials and location apply to this clinician?
She is a licensed professional counselor - LPC - with license PA LPC PC005213 and is based in Pennsylvania.
In which language can sessions be conducted and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in beginning therapy with this clinician?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

21+ years

Licensed

Pennsylvania

Languages

English