- Addictions
- Family conflict
- Grief and loss
About Kimberly
Kimberly Averett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Mississippi with 23 years of experience. She works with adults facing addictions, LGBT-related concerns, family conflict, grief and loss, and other life stresses. Kimberly focuses on practical ways to manage anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and parenting or caregiving pressures.
She takes a straightforward approach in sessions. Kimberly listens to what is happening now and asks about the patterns that brought someone here. She helps people notice how family of origin issues, expectations, and roles from childhood still shape daily life. Conversations are direct and grounded in what a person wants to change next.
Her work draws on Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative, Solution-Focused, and Trauma-Focused methods. That can mean identifying unhelpful thinking, trying small experiments between sessions, revising the stories people tell about themselves, or focusing on clear, achievable steps. The emphasis is on practical change rather than jargon.
People who prefer concrete guidance and goal-oriented sessions often find this style fitting. Kimberly also pays attention to how ongoing stressors like caregiving, chronic illness, or recovery from substance use affect daily routines. She invites discussion of parenting struggles, blended family dynamics, and adoption or foster care concerns.
Sessions are offered in English and reflect her years of social work practice. Before booking, prospective clients should confirm the current session options and practical details through the platform's scheduling tools.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what a person says to help them clarify goals and priorities. It is useful when someone needs a steady, accepting clinician to help sort through feelings and choices.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It often involves setting concrete goals, trying short, practical experiments, and changing unhelpful thinking patterns to reduce anxiety or low mood.
Narrative Therapy pays attention to the stories a person tells about themselves and their family. It helps people separate an old limiting story from the person they want to become, which can be helpful when family of origin patterns feel stuck.
Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Kimberly will work with each person to match methods to their goals and preferences, adjusting the plan as sessions proceed. This keeps the work focused and relevant to day-to-day challenges.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or health demands. Other practical benefits can include shorter check-ins when needed, fewer travel requirements, and the ability to meet from a quieter location in the day.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Mississippi, Texas, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with addictions, LGBT-related issues, family conflict, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, parenting and caregiver stress, and related concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, goal-focused approach that blends client-centered conversation with techniques from CBT, narrative, solution-focused, and trauma-focused methods.
How much experience does she have?
She has 23 years of professional experience as a social work clinician in behavioral health settings.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Mississippi.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; specific pricing is provided during scheduling.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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