Kristin Shiver

MS, RMHCI • Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

In-person only

About

With over 17 years of dedicated experience working with children facing special needs, trauma, and behavioral challenges, Kristin Shiver brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to her role as a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern at Bright Future Behavioral Health. Her extensive background provides a strong foundation for understanding the unique struggles faced by both children and adults navigating complex mental health issues.

Kristin's approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), but she employs an Integrated Therapeutic Approach tailored to each client's individual needs. For children and adolescents grappling with emotional and behavioral issues, she utilizes a CBT Play-based approach, recognizing the power of play in facilitating healing and growth. This versatility in therapeutic techniques allows her to effectively address a wide range of concerns, from anxiety and depression to personality disorders and substance use issues.

As a graduate of Capella University with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Kristin combines her academic training with practical experience to provide comprehensive care. Her expertise extends beyond individual therapy; she is also trained in Active Parenting and conducts parenting classes required by DCF, offering vital support to parents seeking additional guidance.

Kristin's passion for empowering others and guiding them towards success shines through in her work. Her commitment to helping clients build the tools they need to overcome challenges and achieve their goals is evident in her personalized approach to therapy. Whether working with a child struggling with behavioral issues or an adult facing anxiety, Kristin's empathetic and skillful guidance helps create a path toward positive change.

At Bright Future Behavioral Health, Kristin not only serves as a therapist but also as the Office Manager, demonstrating her versatility and dedication to the overall mission of providing accessible, high-quality mental health care. Her dual role allows her to ensure that clients receive comprehensive support from their first contact with the practice through their therapeutic journey.

Qualifications

Education

  • Master of Science

Certifications, Memberships & Training

  • Active Parenting Training

State Licenses

  • Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, FL

Specialties & Expertise

Specializations

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child or Adolescent
  • Depression
  • Parenting
  • Trauma

State Licenses

  • Florida

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Locations

Bright Future Behavioral Health - Tallahassee Office
2236 Capital Cir NE, Suite 204
Tallahassee, FL 32308

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