Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert , LCSW, LISW

Kristilee (Kristi) Cappaert is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family struggles. She also supports people coping with grief, depression, addictions, intimacy concerns, parenting strain, anger, and self-esteem issues. Kristi works with concerns tied to career changes, compassion fatigue, and other life transitions. She practices in Iowa and holds credentials as LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker).

Kristi keeps sessions straightforward and goal-focused. She uses clear questions and reflective listening to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and habits. Together clients and Kristi set small, practical steps to try between sessions. Her style blends warmth with structure so people leave with concrete tools.

She draws on approaches such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Those methods are used to address things like mood, anxiety, relationship conflict, and coping skills. Kristi explains techniques in everyday language and practices them in session so clients can use them at home.

Her background includes five years of counseling experience in both Illinois and Iowa. That experience covers a wide range of life challenges, including blended family issues, caregiver stress, codependency, communication difficulties, and end-of-life concerns. Kristi aims to meet people where they are and help them move toward clearer choices.

Clients who choose to work with her can expect collaborative planning, practical homework, and a focus on what matters most to each person. She emphasizes steady progress and helps people track small changes over time.

How Kristi's approaches work in online therapy

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening without judgment and helping people voice what matters most. It is useful for exploring relationships, parenting concerns, and the values behind tough choices. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect mood and stress. CBT breaks problems into steps and offers practical exercises to change thinking patterns and daily habits. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) teaches skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clear communication when strong feelings arise.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kristi will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs. That decision is revisited as progress is made so techniques can be adjusted over time.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy flexible. Video calls let people use visual cues and do skills practice together. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone needs a quick check-in. Live chat and text messaging support brief check-ins, skills coaching, and ongoing encouragement between longer sessions. These options help therapy fit into busy schedules and different lifestyles.