- Depression and anxiety
- Family of origin
- CBT and DBT
About Kristie
Kristie Pagel-Compagner is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan with 25 years of clinical experience. She works with people managing depression, anxiety, bipolar mood concerns, and stress. She also addresses trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, and panic symptoms.
Kristie helps people notice how early family roles and expectations still shape day-to-day life. She talks through family of origin issues, attachment concerns, and the ways old patterns affect relationships and choices. Sessions focus on practical skills and clearer understanding rather than labels.
Her work draws on several established approaches. She uses Client-Centered methods to prioritize what matters to each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used when people want concrete tools to change unhelpful thinking and behavior. Elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy may appear when managing intense emotions or exploring long-standing patterns.
In-session, Kristie tends to blend listening with skill-building. Conversations often include identifying triggers, practicing new ways to respond, and reflecting on how family history influences feelings today. She also supports people facing caregiver stress, chronic illness or end-of-life concerns, and those navigating separation and grief.
Her style is straightforward and practical. People who want to understand repeating patterns from childhood and learn day-to-day strategies to manage mood and anxiety often find this approach helpful. To begin, follow the site steps to complete the brief questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How online sessions connect clinical approaches and daily life
Kristie commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy to focus on what matters most to each person, offering reflective listening and collaborative goal-setting. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior, which can help with anxiety, mood problems, and panic.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Kristie will discuss goals, preferences, and symptoms with each person and together decide which methods to emphasize. That collaborative process guides whether sessions lean more toward skill practice or deeper exploration of patterns from childhood.
The practical benefits of online sessions depend on the formats offered through the site. Please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a weekday break, reduce travel time, or use shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find the combination of reflective conversation and CBT-style homework translates well to a remote setting.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with depression, anxiety, bipolar mood concerns, stress, trauma and related issues such as panic and low self-esteem.
What is her therapeutic style?
She combines client-centered listening with practical skill-building from CBT and DBT and occasional psychodynamic reflection.
How much experience does she have?
Kristie has 25 years of clinical experience practicing in Michigan.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker credential and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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