MEET DR. KRISTEN SPRINGER
As a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in Concord, Massachusetts (and now throughout the entire state of MA and VT due to the benefits of teletherapy), I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention Treatment (ERP) for adolescents and adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety (panic, agoraphobia, social anxiety, phobias, generalized anxiety), and depressive disorders. I have 10+ years of clinical experience treating OCD as well as anxiety and related disorders. I am a specialist (which differs from a generalist therapist or psychologist who may treat a wide range of concerns). I bring in depth knowledge and understanding to our work in treating OCD and anxiety.
Managing OCD, anxiety, and/or depression on top of the demands of work, school, social responsibilities, family responsibilities, or even leisure time is exhausting. It takes so much time and energy to deal with anxiety and takes you away from the things you care about. You deserve to feel better and do more than just try to get through your day.
I am here to help you get back on track and make meaningful change in your life. In treatment, we will work together to help you reach your goals as you build skills, such as eliminating avoidance, reducing reassurance seeking (it's hard but it works!), and breaking the anxiety cycle by engaging in exposures. Exposures are a way to help you face your fears until the things you currently fear are no longer anxiety provoking. Due to anxiety, OCD, or depression, you might let go of things you value, such as friendships, saying yes to a new job, going to school, or even going on a vacation. We will work to identify your values and help you get back to living your life in a value-driven direction. Please know that our work together would be a team effort between you and me.
I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment and work collaboratively with you in an empathic manner using evidence-based treatment. Finding a therapist who fits what you are looking for can be a challenging experience. I admire your bravery in taking this first step. If you have questions about my practice, background, or approach we can set up a call to discuss if it would be a good fit.
Please complete my contact form to get started. We will set up a free 15 minute phone call to see if we are a good fit as well as answer any questions you may have.