- Depression support
- Anxiety management
- Addiction recovery
About Kim
Kim Borges is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey with 15 years of experience. She focuses on common and serious concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, and addictions. Kim also works with young adults and women facing major life changes and transitions.
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage mood disorders and reduce isolation. Sessions involve straightforward conversations about feelings and behaviors. Kim helps clients build practical skills for everyday challenges rather than relying on jargon or theory.
Her work often addresses life events like divorce, midlife shifts, and substance-related problems. She talks through coping strategies, problem solving, and ways to rebuild routine after a setback. The goal is steady progress through manageable steps.
Kim pays attention to cultural differences and how they shape stress, identity, and relationships. She encourages clients to clarify values, set realistic goals, and practice self-respect. In-session tasks may include planning, role practice, and checking how new habits feel in real life.
For young adults she focuses on pressures common in early adulthood - starting careers, leaving home, money stress, and relationship changes. Conversations are direct and practical, aimed at making daily life feel more manageable. To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Many evidence-based techniques break down into clear practices that are easy to use in conversation. Cognitive approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real life, which helps with anxiety and low mood. Behavioral strategies emphasize small, structured actions to change routines and increase enjoyable or meaningful activity, useful for depression and low motivation.Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the work. The therapist will review goals and try approaches collaboratively, adjusting methods as the client notices what helps. This makes therapy a team effort where choices are guided by what fits the person’s life and aims.
The original biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time for someone balancing school or work. Licensed professionals can also tailor session length and pacing to match a client’s schedule and needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addictions, bipolar mood concerns, and related life transitions.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach uses practical, evidence-based techniques and clear conversation to build skills and routines that help day-to-day functioning.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience working with adults on mood and life transition issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are used?
The original listing did not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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