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Kimberly Pretty, LCMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Kimberly is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Kimberly. View 23 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in North Carolina

Recent reviews

Kim was incredibly helpful and a great resource for advice and guidance. Anyone would be lucky to interact with her going forward!

Reviewed January 2023

Kimberly has been an important key for me to unlock potential and release baggage. She listens closely and asks such insightful questions. Her support, encouragement, guidance, reminders, and homework have all served meaningfully. Highly recommend.

Reviewed January 2023

More about Kimberly

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCMHC

Thank you for considering me in your journey. I am a firm believer that you are the ultimate expert in your life and that my role as a therapist is to provide you support and guidance to elicit the change you are seeking. My name is Kimberly Pretty and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist in the state of North Carolina. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, anger, low self esteem, addiction, parent-child relationships, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief/loss, and stress management. Life experiences can sometimes cloud our view and we need someone who is objective, and can meet us where we are, and I do my best to offer that voice . I always bring authenticity and honesty to sessions, infused with a bit of humor when appropriate. I utilize CBT, cognitive processing therapy, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches in dealing with most issues.

My motto is simply this, “I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” Mother Teresa

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Parenting issues Anger management Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Communication problems Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Postpartum depression Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Kimberly Pretty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285078345.

  • LCMHC · North Carolina · 12100 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Kimberly Pretty

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

23 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Listens Guidance Insightful Understand Understanding Comfortable Grateful Helped Helpful

Kim was incredibly helpful and a great resource for advice and guidance. Anyone would be lucky to interact with her going forward!

Reviewed January 2023

Kimberly has been an important key for me to unlock potential and release baggage. She listens closely and asks such insightful questions. Her support, encouragement, guidance, reminders, and homework have all served meaningfully. Highly recommend.

Reviewed January 2023

Kimberly is a great match for me and I am fortunate to meet with her weekly

Reviewed November 2022

Insightful and supportive, Kimberly Pretty asks just the right questions at the right time to help me make constructive progress. Her grounded perspective, kind spirit, and keenly focused challenges are essential guidance to cover the ground I want to and also discover the ground I need to cover for lasting change, too.

Reviewed July 2022

Ms. Pretty is kind and listens well. She always asks for my input and doesn’t just tell me things to do.

Reviewed May 2022

Very friendly & professional

Reviewed April 2022

I absolutely Love Kimberly! I have connected with her, and feel that she is such an asset in my life! She has done wonders for my anxiety and stress! So glad I have her for a therapist!

Reviewed March 2022

Her calm, open, kind, and responsive communication style has really helped me feel comfortable and safe. As someone with multiple complex issues - and who is new to therapy - I am very grateful to have been paired with her. She has really been able to help me see myself more clearly and identify some techniques that I can use to find balance in my day to day life.

Reviewed March 2022

She always there and listens to me as well. Great person.

Reviewed March 2022

Wonderful support, challenges me when I need it in just the right ways to help me grow and understand better. Great sense of humor and trusted insights. Kim established herself early as a trusted partner in this process, and has remained so consistently.

Reviewed March 2022

Kimberly is very attentive to what I am saying and comes to our session prepared with thoughts and tools for what we are discussing.

Reviewed February 2022

Kimberly Pretty is very understanding & has a very calming voice. It’s like talking to a friend.

Reviewed February 2022

Kimberly is absolutely everything I was looking for! She is incredibly kind, understanding and makes you feel your worth. Thank you for everything Kimberly

Reviewed January 2022

No one has ever been able to "figure me out" like Kimberly. Grateful that God led me to her. She's very patient with me.

Reviewed January 2022

Kimberly gives me new perspectives every time we talk. She is so kind and understanding and makes me feel heard. Kimberly helps you build skills that you need when you are struggling. I appreciate all that she has done in my healing journey! Thank you for sharing your gift Kimberly!

Reviewed January 2022

I have really enjoyed our therapy sessions. I am only on my 3rd one, but my work with her has been invaluable! The ease of talking and opening up to her has made this a great experience!

Reviewed November 2021

Love Kimberly I can’t stop singing her praises, she is extremely comfortable to talk to and listens with intent, and zero judgement

Reviewed November 2021

My sessions are helpful and there is progress towards feeling better.

Reviewed November 2021

An amazing therapist!

Reviewed November 2021

Talented, insightful, responsive, authentic - Kimberly is a wonderful counselor.

Reviewed September 2021

I worked with Kimberly for several months; she is genuine and friendly, making sure to check in with me even when I could not immediately schedule a next regular session. She helped me explore and understand myself so I could help myself more effectively, and for that I’m thankful!

Reviewed August 2021

Just two sessions in. Of anyone tries to analyze their therapy that early they don’t understand the process.

Reviewed April 2021

Kimberly has been great so far to work with. She is knowledgeable and professional and I have confidence in her

Reviewed April 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kimberly Pretty offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Kimberly Pretty works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Kimberly Pretty speak?

Kimberly Pretty speaks English.

How many years of experience does Kimberly Pretty have?

Kimberly Pretty has 20 years of experience.

Where is Kimberly Pretty licensed to practice?

Kimberly Pretty is licensed to practice in North Carolina.

Does Kimberly Pretty accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Kimberly Pretty does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Kimberly Pretty offer?

Kimberly Pretty offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Kimberly Pretty?

Kimberly Pretty can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Kimberly Pretty?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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