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Kristen Tyler

MSW, LCSWA Cassie R. Smith, PLLC
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Life Transitions, Breastfeeding/Lactation Difficulties, College Mental Health, Postpartum Depression,
In network with Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield

Introduction

Kristen is a graduate of Western Carolina University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology, followed by a Master of Social Work. She has remained in the Western North Carolina mountains, which have strongly shaped her personal and professional journey. Kristen brings experience in crisis services, residential treatment with adolescents ages 12–17, and community-based mental health settings. Her clinical focus centers on supporting individuals through major life transitions, with particular emphasis on perinatal mental health from pregnancy through the first year postpartum and beyond, including the mental and emotional challenges associated with breastfeeding and infant feeding. She also works with adolescents, college-aged individuals, and young adults, supporting concerns such as anxiety, trauma, communication and boundary setting, grounding techniques, and coping skills. Kristen has specialized training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, HRSA Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training, and holds a Maternal Mental Health Certificate through Postpartum Support International.

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Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights & weekends
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSWA #P023092 (NC)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Kristen Tyler accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Hour Long Sessions $129

Locations

Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Social Work - Western Carolina University
  • Bachelor's Degree, Psychology - Western Carolina University

Certifications

  • Perinatal Mental Health
  • CBT

Professional Affiliations

  • Postpartum Support International
  • National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

FAQ

Is Kristen Tyler accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Kristen Tyler is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Kristen Tyler also offers a free consultation.
Does Kristen Tyler offer telehealth appointments? Kristen Tyler does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Kristen Tyler specialize in? Kristen Tyler specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Breastfeeding/Lactation Difficulties, College Mental Health, Depression, Life Transitions, Postpartum Depression, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Trauma, and Women's Health.
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