Kristen Hanna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who obtained both her Bachelor’s of Psychology and Master of Social Work from Troy University. Since receiving her license, Kristen has enjoyed working in a variety of therapeutic settings such as substance abuse programs throughout the state of Georgia, nonprofit organizations, mental health clinics, group homes, foster homes, and private practice. She has experience providing individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and crisis services. Kristen specializes in the treatment of couples, and individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, substance abuse, anger management, and suicidal ideation.
Kristen’s goal is to help her clients reduce symptomology by creating a safe environment in which they have the opportunity to heal from past trauma, learn positive ways to cope with their emotions, and help build lasting family relationships. She uses therapeutic techniques such as Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, DBT, Socratic Questioning, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Psychoeducation to help her client’s meet their goals and needs. Kristen has completed level 2 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, which she uses in her work with couples seeking to enrich and strengthen their relationship with their partner.