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Dr. Kristen Dreyfus

NC LMFT 2043
Credentials
NC LMFT 2043
NPI Number
1144854407
Location
North Carolina
Languages
English
Dr. Kristen Dreyfus

Accepting new clients

17 years experience
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About Dr. Kristen Dreyfus

As a licensed therapist in North Carolina, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, relationships, and personal challenges. My approach centers on compassionate, holistic care that honors each person’s unique journey. I have extensive experience helping clients address communication difficulties, relationship dynamics, life purpose exploration, and emotional healing.

My therapeutic work focuses on supporting individuals through diverse experiences, including workplace stress, family dynamics, and young adult challenges. I work closely with my clients around feelings of isolation, guilt, shame, and personal growth obstacles.

I bring a deep commitment to understanding each client’s individual needs, whether they’re struggling with mood challenges, relationship transitions, chronic health conditions, or personal identity exploration. My goal is to create a supportive, affirming space where clients can develop meaningful insights and practical strategies for emotional well-being.

Licenses

LMFT
2043

Professional experience

  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Career difficulties
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • LGBT
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Attachment issues
  • Autism and Asperger Syndrome
  • Avoidant personality
  • Blended family issues
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Chronic pain, illness, and disability
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Dependent personality
  • Divorce and separation
  • Emptiness
  • Family of origin issues
  • Family problems
  • Forgiveness
  • Guilt and shame
  • Immigration issues
  • Infidelity
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Money and financial issues
  • Mood disorders
  • Multicultural concerns
  • Narcissism
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues
  • Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Systemic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“Extremely knowledgeable and compassionate therapist. Dr. Dreyfus is the very best therapist I have ever spoke with. Very understanding and knowledgeable in dealing with life issues, relationship issues and most importantly issues stemming from military service (anxiety, depression, ptsd, etc.”

“It has really helped me through some of my dark time and hardships. My therapist helps me understand my life more and more and we are now working on how to better myself!”

“Provide comfort with clarity and installs confidence I believe she can untangle the messiest of minds”

“Dr. Dreyfus has helped me navigate through the most difficult time in my life. I would recommend her to anyone going through relationship issues, anxiety and depression.”

“Dr. Dreyfus is by far the best therapist that I have ever worked with. She is very caring, considerate, thorough, etc. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field. and very diverse in all of the ways she can help/ treat. She has helped me so much with the things I have struggled with for so long. I would recommend her to anyone needing help in any area they may be struggling with.”

“Dr. Dreyfus is kind, open and a great listener. She hears everything you say, and some things you don't. She is able to see everyone in the conversation and mediate as needed. Her calm demeanor is wonderful and she is truly engaged in her sessions, not just there physically, but truly present. We are looking forward to our continued work with her.”

“Genuine, caring, vast depth of knowledge & experience, and always makes you feel that you're her most important client. Quite a balancing feat on that one. Very pleased to have found her, she's been a HUGE help to me.”

“She was so wonderful and kind and thoughtful . I really enjoyed me time with her and would absolutely recommend her for a friend, or reach out to her in the future if I have any needs!”

“She's fantastic! Really cares and it shows.”

“Dr Dreyfus shows interest and investment in our goals. She also has a good understanding of our concerns and addresses each one: we are really thankful for her support.”

“Good”

“Dr Dreyfus is absolutely amazing. She meets us where we are, listens, checks for understanding, and ultimately helps us help ourselves. We have seen a noticeable difference in our short time with her and look forward to growing even stronger with her guidance.”

“We love Dr. Dreyfus. She is wonderful to work with”

“Dr. Dreyfus is wonderful. She has helped us so much to work through marriage challenges. She conducts the session in a way that feels like we get equal air time and she has a great way of reframing situations. She's also generally pleasant, warm, and funny - very easygoing and personable. I'm seeing actual improvements in our marriage because of her. I can't recommend her more highly!”

“A really great therapist”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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