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Kristin Puleo, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Kristin is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

FSA/HSA accepted
4.6 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Kristin. View 28 reviews
Great news, Kristin is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New York

Recent reviews

She is genuinely one in a million. I’ve had so many therapists that just didn’t get me and from the first session I felt seen in a whole new way. She’s helped me overcome so much anxiety and given me ways to manage my OCD which have given me my life and peace back. So, so grateful for her she really cares and is incredible at her job. Would recommend to anyone.

Reviewed May 2024

She is an amazingly understanding and insightful human being. Her talents as a therapist and her approachable and kind manner makes each discussion with her a joy.

Reviewed April 2024

More about Kristin

  • 14 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

Do you feel lost in a situation? Struggling to have satisfying relationships? At the cross roads and do not know which way to turn?

Ever wake up with the mood "why bother" and go back to sleep? Are you finding yourself taken advantage of, often? Do you find it a challenge to move on from old trauma? Are your thoughts racing so quickly making it impossible to get things done? Do you avoid situations because anxiety impacts you physically?

Life changes can feel overwhelming, it helps to have an objective confidant to vent to and sometimes to hear constructive feedback.

We all have blocks in our life as we strive to attain a positive peaceful energy flow. My services are designed to identify, heal, plan, focus and execute removing those blocks while attaining goals.

I often use humor in an appropriate manner to increase engagement and lighten conversation making things feel more manageable.

We will locate the source of discomfort and find ways to manage to overcome obstacles and challenges.

If you are serious and in a safe place to work on triggers, take on new perspectives and achieve wellness; I am the therapist for you.

I look forward to meeting you!

All the best always,

KL

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Self-esteem ADHD Addictions LGBT Issues Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Divorce and separation Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Trichotillomania Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Insurance Accepted

  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Gottman Method
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Systemic Therapy

Licenses

Kristin Puleo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346687829.

  • LMHC · New York · 008692 · Renews March 2027

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Kristin Puleo

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.6

28 reviews

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She is genuinely one in a million. I’ve had so many therapists that just didn’t get me and from the first session I felt seen in a whole new way. She’s helped me overcome so much anxiety and given me ways to manage my OCD which have given me my life and peace back. So, so grateful for her she really cares and is incredible at her job. Would recommend to anyone.

Reviewed May 2024

She is an amazingly understanding and insightful human being. Her talents as a therapist and her approachable and kind manner makes each discussion with her a joy.

Reviewed April 2024

Kristin is sharp, empathetic, validating and so kind. She really goes above and beyond!! She's the therapist I needed to have!! She's action oriented and helps me so much when I fail to identify the words myself (scripts to practice). She cares! I'm beyond grateful of the impact she's had in my life, the depth of insights she has brought, and most importantly, the changes she was able to instill in me to make me realize I love me, I deserve better, and I choose me!! She's also very well researched and shared knowledge I could not "google" myself, something I was really looking for. She's made such an impact so far in a short few months, I look forward to having a fulfilled life with the tools she imparts. You'll be so lucky if you get to cross paths with her! Life changing truly.

Reviewed February 2024

The heartfelt conversations during our sessions have been nothing short of amazing, creating a safe and open space for self-reflection and growth. Kristin's willingness to explain and share insights has been instrumental in enhancing my understanding of myself and improving my relationship with the world around me. Her guidance and expertise have played a crucial role in my ongoing journey of self-discovery, personal improvement, relationship and bonding with my loved ones. I am truly grateful to have come across Kristin and feel fortunate to continue on the path of self-discovery and growth with her by my side. Her compassionate and insightful approach has made a significant positive impact on my life, and I look forward to the continued progress and transformation that our sessions bring. Thank you, Kristin, for your dedication, empathy, and invaluable support.

Reviewed January 2024

Kristin is helping me wok through some very painful experiences and her support is crucial.

Reviewed December 2023

She is authentic, empathetic, warm, and smart, witty, has a deep bank of knowledge to draw from, is skilled with a variety of approaches, and is fun to work with even with difficult subject matter. A really good match for me, a person with a little trauma and anxiety, she makes me feel safe to be honest with and gives me interesting aha moments to think about, plus creative strategies for implementing change.

Reviewed November 2023

I am so happy to have Kristin as my therapist, she helped me navigate through some of the most difficult days of my life, I am eternally grateful!

Reviewed September 2023

Kristin is amazing and very strong and smart. The help and mindset that’s she supports is so helpful. I’m grateful for her help and understanding and just being real. That’s my therapist!

Reviewed April 2023

Kristin is the most caring therapist I've had. Our connection and bond is beyond what I expected and I am very lucky to have her walking this path with me

Reviewed April 2023

Kristin has to be one of the most understanding people I have ever known. She also relays real life scenarios and experiences that help add perspective, and realism, to the conversations we have.

Reviewed March 2023

Kristin has been a wonderful therapist for me to stand on my feet and focus on my most essential self. I really appreciate her professional and relaxing sessions and I cannot thank her enough for giving me this much power and self-compassion in such a short amount of time. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed January 2023

Kristin Puleo is a wonderful therapist and anyone would be lucky to have her. She has been very helpful these past few months. Providing insight and resources. She is very inspiring and encouraging.

Reviewed January 2023

Kristin is unbelievably easy to talk to. She is incredibly intelligent and had me feeling better after the meeting. I couldn't recommend her more.

Reviewed December 2022

Kristin is an extremely knowledgeable therapist. She helped me with sleep troubles, anxiety issues, work concerns, and a litany of other things. She seems to know about any subject

Reviewed December 2022

What I gained from this experience was monumental. KL is the most amazing, well-informed and supportive therapist and someone I am also grateful to have found a friend in. She changed my life, helped me navigate through different issues I was going through and I am genuinely a new person now, a better person, to myself and to those in my life. To be matched with KL as your therapist is truly a blessing and I know she will lead others to success as she has been doing with me. I will be forever grateful for our professional time together.

Reviewed December 2022

Kristin was fantastic, very quick to analyze my concerns and current issues. Explained things in great detail and gave both a mental but also logical explanation of how certain issues I've been experiencing have effected me. Would certainly reccomend!

Reviewed December 2022

First impression was very good

Reviewed November 2022

She includes scientific reasoning, personal experiences to empathize, on top of other specialized methods that adapt to the individual.

Reviewed November 2022

Kristin is an amazing therapist, I am so pleased I have found her. After many years of struggling, I see the light at the end of the tunnel. You can't imagine how grateful I am.

Reviewed November 2022

I highly recommend Kristin. She’s been helping me heal and guided me how to get better. I really appreciate her help.

Reviewed November 2022

Kristen is great, I feel like she applied to the needs I was seeking when looking for a therapist. We shared common interests; mores in the sense of how our brains works instead of what normal people think are cool. How our brain breaks down things and she talked about that; was real intriguing.

Reviewed November 2022

Kristin is amazing. She has allowed me to open up in many different ways I never thought possible. It’s been so freeing and it’s all thanks to Kristin! She makes you feel so comfortable, understood and important. I highly recommend therapy sessions with Kristin!

Reviewed November 2022

Kristin is a great listener. She is also very scientifically driven in her therapy approach and that is very compelling and comforting!

Reviewed September 2022

KL has been amazing! I’m so glad we matched! She is very encouraging, relatable, and professional! I got to learn a lot, understand my thoughts and feeling are valid and she suggested practical ways I could improve. I’ve noticed a lot of personal growth and just want to say thank you! Highly recommended! You won’t be disappointed with this therapist.

Reviewed September 2022

It is such a blessing that I found Kristin. After many years of struggling with understanding what ADHD really is (or even fully believing that it exists,) Kristin came through like a light shining through a dark place. She has an amazing amount of knowledge in all things ADHD and helped me to understand not only the biology and chemistry of how my ADHD brain and medication work, but also how to manage my issues on a very practical level, all while showing a huge amount of empathy and compassion. Thank you Kristin for helping me get my life back in order! Highly recommended to others who are struggling with their ADHD

Reviewed September 2022

She is very relatable and is open to sharing her challenges and experience about her own mental health experience and it's good to know that because me as a client can feel comfortable being open and bring to attention some of the things that I struggle that would be hard to share with others.

Reviewed September 2022

Love this therapist

Reviewed September 2022

I have only had a few sessions with KL, but I have appreciated the ease I experience in speaking with her due to her warm and open nature. I feel the ability to speak easily and openly as I do with an old friend, while also receiving an unbiased perspective and wise advice from an expert. I look forward to continuing my therapy journey with KL.

Reviewed August 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kristin Puleo offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Kristin Puleo 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 Puleo speak?

Kristin Puleo speaks English.

How many years of experience does Kristin Puleo have?

Kristin Puleo has 14 years of experience.

Where is Kristin Puleo licensed to practice?

Kristin Puleo is licensed to practice in New York.

Does Kristin Puleo accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Kristin Puleo accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.

Does Kristin Puleo accept insurance?

Yes, Kristin Puleo accepts Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.

Does Kristin Puleo accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Kristin Puleo accepts 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 BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Kristin Puleo offer?

Kristin Puleo offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Systemic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Kristin Puleo?

Kristin Puleo 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 Puleo?

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.

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FSA/HSA eligible