Kristie Pagel-Compagner, LMSW

Kristie Pagel-Compagner is a licensed social worker with 25 years of clinical experience. She centers her work on listening closely and helping people manage depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Her approach aims to make therapy practical and understandable for people under stress.

Kristie uses a mix of approaches to match what each person needs. She draws on client-centered methods to follow the person's lead and build trust. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and shape new behaviors.

Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns that affect daily life. These include mood disorders, panic attacks, bipolar symptoms, chronic pain or illness, caregiver stress, and feelings of isolation or emptiness. She also helps with family of origin issues, communication problems, and grief around end-of-life situations.

Sessions focus on clear goals and concrete skills as well as understanding deeper patterns. People can expect supportive conversation alongside tools for managing stress and improving relationships. Kristie aims to help people find more stability and hope in everyday life.

Kristie holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. She practices in Michigan and conducts sessions in English. To start therapy, prospective clients use the site process to match and schedule with her.

How Kristie’s approaches translate to online care

Kristie integrates client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy into her practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding the person's perspective and building a trusting relationship, which helps when discussing sensitive topics like caregiver stress or family issues. Cognitive behavioral therapy teaches practical steps to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, useful for anxiety, panic, and mood symptoms.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. Kristie works collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person's goals and preferences. She listens to what is most important and adjusts the focus as needs change over time.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking. Kristie practices in Michigan and conducts sessions in English, so check the platform details for how sessions are delivered. Online work can make it easier to schedule appointments around daily life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists can adapt techniques like CBT and client-centered conversation effectively through remote sessions, while focusing on practical tools you can use between appointments.