About Me

Meet Dr. Kristen

Licensed Clinical Psychologist | PsyD

Dr. Kristen Barber-Goins, PsyD

Credentials

  • Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
  • Licensed Clinical Psychologist
  • Massachusetts License #[Number]

Hi there, I'm Kristen.

I'm so glad you found your way here. If you're reading this, you're probably looking for something—relief, clarity, or maybe just permission to put yourself first for once.

I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with women who are smart, capable, and successful—but exhausted. Women who've spent years meeting everyone else's needs while their own got pushed to the back burner. Women who are navigating major life changes and wondering who they are on the other side.

Sound familiar?

I get it—both professionally and personally. I know what it's like to feel pulled in a thousand directions, to question your choices, and to crave space to just breathe. That understanding shapes how I show up for my clients: with warmth, without judgment, and with a deep belief in your capacity to heal and grow.

My Approach

Therapy with me is collaborative and compassionate. I draw from evidence-based approaches including:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) — Identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) — Finding flexibility and values-aligned living
  • Mindfulness-Based Interventions — Building present-moment awareness and self-compassion
  • Relational & Attachment-Informed Work — Understanding how your relationships shape you

But beyond techniques, what matters most is the relationship we build together. I believe you already have wisdom inside you—my job is to help you reconnect with it.

Why Virtual Therapy?

I chose to build a virtual practice because I believe therapy should be accessible and convenient. Life is already complicated—getting to therapy shouldn't be another source of stress. When you can log in from your home, office, or wherever you have privacy, you're more likely to show up consistently and do the deep work that creates lasting change.

Beyond the Office

When I'm not working, you can find me spending time with my family, enjoying a good book, or taking walks in nature. I believe in practicing what I preach—rest, boundaries, and making space for joy are non-negotiables in my own life too.

I also believe in the power of continued learning. I regularly pursue training and consultation to ensure I'm offering you the best, most current approaches to therapy.

What I Believe

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You deserve care. Not just the scraps left over after everyone else's needs are met.

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Growth happens in safety. Judgment-free space is where healing begins.

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You know yourself best. I'm here to walk alongside you, not to fix you.

Let's See If We're a Good Fit

I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can connect and you can ask any questions before committing.

Schedule Your Free Consultation