Kristen Wright, LMFT

About Kristen’s work:

Kristen is particularly drawn to helping clients navigate experiences that feel layered, complex, or difficult to understand. Many of the people she works with have spent years trying to make sense of patterns related to trauma, neurodiversity, emotional regulation, eating concerns, and other challenges that often overlap in ways that are not easily explained. Her work focuses on helping clients develop greater clarity, self-understanding, and compassion for themselves as they move toward meaningful and lasting change.

Kristen is also trained in EMDR and practices under consultative supervision with Bill White, LCSW, a clinician with more than 30 years of EMDR experience. Her interest in trauma extends beyond individual symptoms and diagnoses to understanding how difficult experiences can shape a person’s sense of self, relationships, emotional responses, and day-to-day life. She approaches this work with curiosity, compassion, and a deep respect for each client’s unique experiences.

With more than a decade of experience supporting neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and autism spectrum differences, Kristen is especially interested in the intersection of neurodiversity, trauma, emotional regulation, and mental health. She recognizes that many clients spend years feeling misunderstood, attempting to fit themselves into explanations that never fully capture their experiences. Her work emphasizes self-understanding, reducing shame, and developing practical strategies that support clients in ways that are both effective and sustainable.

Kristen also recognizes that many people experience challenges that cannot be fully understood through a single diagnosis or label. Rather than viewing concerns in isolation, she helps clients explore the broader patterns, strengths, and experiences that contribute to their overall well-being. She believes that meaningful progress often begins when people are able to understand themselves more fully and view their experiences through a lens of curiosity rather than self-criticism.

As the first clinician to join Zenith as the practice expanded beyond a solo model, Kristen continues to play an important role in shaping a culture rooted in collaboration, thoughtful care, and clinical excellence. She values strong collaboration across treatment teams and encourages clients to take an active role in their care by asking questions, understanding their options, and participating in decisions that affect their treatment. Drawing from multiple evidence-based perspectives, she tailors her approach to the needs of each individual rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all model.

Kristen respects both Western and holistic approaches to health and wellness, believing that empowerment often grows through education, exploration, informed choice, and a deeper understanding of oneself. Her goal is to help clients feel better equipped to navigate life’s complexities while building greater confidence, resilience, and self-trust.