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Krista McQuillian, LMSW

  • Experience6 years
  • LocationMichigan
  • Focus areasADHD, Trauma and abuse, and Parenting
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Krista

Krista McQuillian is a licensed social worker based in Michigan who supports people facing trauma and abuse, ADHD, bipolar disorder, parenting challenges, and major life transitions.

Background and approach

She draws on six years of clinical experience to help clients manage mood disorders, postpartum depression, social anxiety, and the lingering effects of sexual assault and abuse. Her practice also addresses caregiver stress, guilt and shame, self-harm concerns, and questions about life purpose and self-love.

Krista emphasizes a trauma-informed stance and uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to help clients build skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier relationships. She aims to create an empathetic, strength-based atmosphere where individuals can explore painful experiences and develop practical coping strategies.

Services are delivered through a variety of online session formats to accommodate different needs and schedules. With an LMSW and a focus on evidence-based methods, Krista works collaboratively to tailor care around each person’s goals.

Her approach centers on fostering resilience and helping people reconnect with their values so they can move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Support

Krista uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach practical coping skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance, which can be especially helpful for mood instability, intense emotions, and interpersonal difficulties. She also integrates trauma-informed care that focuses on understanding how past traumatic experiences affect current functioning and on building safety, stabilization, and gradual healing.

Finding the right approach is collaborative; Krista works with clients to identify which techniques fit their needs and goals and adjusts methods as therapy progresses. Together they evaluate how skills training and trauma-focused strategies apply to the client’s day-to-day life and refine the plan based on what proves most helpful.

Online therapy in her practice is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. These formats make it possible to access licensed professionals from home and to continue care during life transitions, while allowing sessions and tools to be tailored around individual preferences and real-world challenges.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with people dealing with trauma and abuse, ADHD, bipolar disorder, parenting challenges, and coping with life changes, along with related issues such as postpartum depression and social anxiety.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and trauma-informed, emphasizing practical skill building and emotional regulation using evidence-based techniques to support healing and growth.
What is her clinical experience?
Krista has six years of professional experience providing mental health care and applying evidence-based practices to support clients through complex emotional challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LMSW and practices in Michigan. License details include MI LMSW 6801114465.
Does she work with non-English speakers or international clients?
Sessions are provided in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Available session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How is cost and billing handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Trauma and abuseParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressGuilt and shameLife purposeMood disordersPostpartum depressionSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English