Kristin Steele, PsyD
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Kristin is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Kristin is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Kristin
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- PsyD
I am a Clinical Psychologist dedicated to providing specialized psychological services for adolescents and adults. I take an individualized, empowerment- and wellness-based approach, incorporating brief, solution-focused interventions to address the psychological needs of individuals and families. My goal is to reduce suffering and support lasting well-being and recovery. I promote compassionate, collaborative, and integrative care tailored to each client’s unique needs and symptoms.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
- Harm Reduction
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Licenses
Kristin Steele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710284666.
- PsyD · California · PSY26112 · Renews March 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kristin Steele offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kristin Steele works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Kristin Steele speak?
Kristin Steele speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kristin Steele have?
Kristin Steele has 12 years of experience.
Where is Kristin Steele licensed to practice?
Kristin Steele is licensed to practice in California.
Does Kristin Steele accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kristin Steele does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Kristin Steele offer?
Kristin Steele offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
How can I communicate with Kristin Steele?
Kristin Steele can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Kristin Steele?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.