- Anxiety and depression
- CBT and client-centered
- Grief and family issues
About Kimberly
Kimberly Ragas-Matalamaki is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana with eight years of experience. She works with adults from early adulthood through later life and focuses on issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, life changes, and family concerns.
She offers straightforward, practical help for everyday problems. Sessions look at the immediate issue and build simple steps to manage stress, mood, and relationships. She uses clear feedback and measurable goals so people can track progress.
Her approach draws on client-centered work, cognitive behavioral ideas, and solution-focused strategies. That means time is spent listening to what matters most, identifying unhelpful thinking or behavior patterns, and creating short-term plans to move forward. Conversations are direct and focused on what the client wants to change.
Kimberly has experience supporting people who face challenges such as ADHD symptoms, substance concerns, parenting strain, intimacy issues, and career stress. She also addresses related topics like abandonment, blended family situations, body image, caregiver stress, and coping after loss or separation.
In sessions she emphasizes punctuality and practical resources. Expect collaborative goal-setting, regular review of progress, and feedback aimed at improving everyday functioning. The work is aimed at steady, usable change rather than quick fixes.
Approaches used and how online sessions can fit your life
Client-centered therapy focuses on what matters to the person in front of the therapist. It involves listening, reflecting, and letting the client guide priorities so sessions follow their concerns and pace. This approach suits people who need an accepting space to sort out decisions and values.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and actions affect mood and behavior. It breaks problems into small, testable steps and teaches strategies people can use between sessions. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and behavior changes related to attention and routine.
Solution-Focused Therapy centers on achievable short-term goals and practical changes. Sessions identify what is already working and build on small successes to create momentum for larger shifts in day-to-day life.
Figuring out the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try strategies together, and adjust plans based on what helps most. Clients set priorities and provide feedback so the work stays relevant to their goals.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it simpler to fit care into study, work, or family routines by saving travel time and allowing more flexible scheduling. They also make it easier to check in with progress between appointments and to use practical tools learned in therapy during everyday life.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family issues, and related life changes.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and goal-focused. She listens, helps identify unhelpful patterns, and creates short-term steps to test in daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of clinical experience working with adults from early adulthood through geriatric clients.
What credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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