Kimberly Hoole
Couples Counsellor & Psychological Counsellor
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Available for new clients
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist educated in the US and living in France. I offer a personable experience for my clients, focusing on rapport to ensure my clients therapeutic goals are achieved.
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Note from KimberlyI am currently accepting new clients - both individuals and couples.
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About me
I've been a therapist for ten years now, and I can honestly say that nothing rivals the experience of being trusted with the deepest thoughts and feelings of a complete stranger. I've worked a few jobs in my life, from Flight Attendant to TV Producer, but being a therapist is by far, the coolest job ever! I am in constant awe of my client's courage and resilience through life's most challenging moments, and am honored to witness their willingness to be vulnerable.
While juggling a thriving private practice with marriage, motherhood, and that all important "self care", my family and I decided to make a leap of faith of a lifetime and moved to France in 2023. I always dreamt of living in Europe and have been enamored with the French language since I was young. Starting our lives over, I find myself facing many challenges and growth opportunities, which I believe enables me to meet clients with empathy and compassion.
One of the goals in moving from the US to France was to simplify our lives. This has meant that we can now work towards embodying personal values, such as community, kindness, and quality over quantity. I have found that our new lifestyle has resulted in a reducation of stress, anxiety, and rushing. In working with clients in Lyon and greater France, I have met some of the most fascinating clients from all over the world and I am looking forward to being of service.
I speak:
English
Location:
Lyon, France
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Approach
Treatment Approaches
CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapyRecommended for those looking for practical support and accountability to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors.
Family therapyRecommended for families who want to resolve conflicts, improve communication, and understand each other better within the family dynamic.
Humanistic psychologyRecommended for those looking for a therapy that emphasizes personal growth and self-fulfillment, focusing on becoming your best self in a positive, non-judgmental space.
I typically use a humanistic approach in order to create a comfortable environment for my clients. My belief is that without a good rapport, change cannot happen. In other words, it has to be a good "fit". In terms of interventions and treatment, I assess for appropriateness based on acuity, diagnosis, and of course, what the client is looking for. I find that both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness can be extremely effective for such problems as anxiety and depression. I schedule an initial session in order to find out what the client is looking for in terms of therapy, obtain some background and historical information if necessary for context, and ascertain the client's goals for therapy. We then agree upon frequency of sessions and discuss a treatment plan.
Experience
I currently have a private practice in Lyon, France, offering in person and online therapy for individuals, couples, children, and families. I had a private practice in Nevada, as well. I spent years in a clinic, servicing varied populations, such as foster families and court ordered clients. I have conducted group therapy sessions for adolescents and clients recovering from substance abuse.
Education
I received my Masters in Educational Counseling from the University of Nevada and my Bachelors in Broadcasting from San Francisco State University.
Services
Individual Session
€80 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Family Session
€80 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Couples Session
€80 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Last active
Note from KimberlyI am currently accepting new clients - both individuals and couples.
Usually responds within 4 hours
Usually responds within 4 hours