Meet your therapist

Hello!

I’m Kristine Infante

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

⭐ About Kristine

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from NJ with over 10+ years of experience working with children, adolescents and families. For the past 15 years, I have worked in both IOP and a special needs school.

🙂 Style

  • Caring, funny/silly, empathetic

💬 Why did you become a therapist for kids and families?

I've had many different experiences, with different populations and in different settings, however, working with kids/teens is where it’s at for me. I admire how resilient kids can be and I really enjoy the rapport that I build with children and their families, because I believe this truly makes a difference.

👍 Fun facts about Kristine

  • Superpower 🦸‍♀️
    Finding the silver lining in every situation

  • Free Time 💪
    Working out, going on walks with my husband and dog, and watching TV.

  • #1 Dinner-Date 🍽️
    Jim Carrey, but with him as Ace Ventura.

  • Self-Care 🐶
    Snuggles with my pup!

📚 Specialities

  • Adjustment disorders, anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief/loss, school issues, trauma, socialization skills, divorce/transition, identity development, parent child conflict, self-esteem and self care/hygiene

👥 Approach

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focused, Trauma-Focused CBT

  • I feel that my approach and ability to connect with children is beneficial towards working with those that are on the more resistant/guarded side. I use humor and trying to find commonalities to work to engage.

🤝 Works with

  • Ages 5-17+

🎓 Credentials

  • Masters in Social Work from Kean University.

  • 1.5 years within an in-patient setting (children/adults), 6-7 years in out-patient and IOP, and 11 years in a special needs school.

  • NJ School Social Worker Certification.

  • Licensed in NJ, AZ.

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What families are saying about Kristine

“Kristine is very patient and our child was very comfortable speaking to her.”

— Manatee mom

“Our first session was great and our kid seemed to open up to Kristine well. Very happy with the process so far and how responsive everyone is.”

— Manatee parent