Dr. Kristine (Kristy) Eaton , LCSW

Dr. Kristine (Kristy) Eaton is a licensed clinical social worker in Indiana with 30 years of experience in mental health. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, and self-esteem. Kristy aims to make the first step feel manageable for people who are nervous about starting therapy.

She keeps sessions straightforward and conversational. Kristy listens first to understand what matters most, then works with each person to set clear, reachable goals. She talks through practical strategies and helps people practice new ways of responding to stress and conflict.

Her work often addresses deeper family patterns and histories. That can include family of origin issues, blended family dynamics, adoption and foster care topics, and the fallout from divorce or separation. She also supports people dealing with abandonment, codependency, and communication breakdowns.

Body image, guilt, shame, and feelings of emptiness are other areas she attends to. Kristy uses a mix of mindful awareness, behavior-focused tools, and narrative methods to help people shift how they see themselves and their stories. She encourages small, concrete steps that add up over time.

Kristy aims for a warm, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can try new habits and reflect on what changes. She offers guidance while leaving room for each person to decide what progress looks like. Her style is practical, steady, and supportive.

Approaches for online care and practical support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. It gives people space to talk through what matters most while the therapist reflects back what she hears so goals become clearer.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts influence feelings and actions. It breaks problems into manageable parts and uses exercises to change unhelpful thinking and behavior, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust based on what fits the person and their situation. Decisions about techniques are made collaboratively rather than imposed.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation when a deeper exchange is needed. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or a quick check-in is preferred. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter updates, daily support, and ongoing skill practice between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to keep momentum between meetings.