Kristin Wilson, MA, LPC, CCTP II
Chief Experience and Transformation Officer
Kristin Wilson brings to her role more than 25 years of leadership in behavioral healthcare. Since beginning her career in 1997, Kristin has led across the continuum of care—including inpatient, residential, and outpatient settings—with expertise spanning a broad range of mental health and substance use disorders, including trauma, mood disorders, process addictions, and eating disorders.
A licensed clinician and a Level II Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Kristin has served as a clinical supervisor, executive director, trainer, interventionist, and outreach leader. Her strategic vision, clinical expertise, and passion for transforming the delivery of care guide her mission of advancing access, quality, and meaningful outcomes for individuals and families.ader.
Kristin is a regular contributor for Bustle and has been featured in various media such as Refinery29, Byrdie,com, and Romper. She is often quoted on subjects such as eating disorders, body dysmorphia, substance use, and anxiety disorders, providing insights accumulated over her 20 years of experience in the mental health treatment field.
Advice I Would Give My 20-Something Self
“Building and sustaining authentic connections with family and friends are some of the most powerful tools in life. Supportive, caring relationships are essential to a healthy lifestyle, not only for young adults, but for parents, too. Sometimes you need to take a step back and unplug from a stressful situation so you can re-join with clear intentions. No matter where your life path leads you, having a support system will always be important.”
Credentials
- Master’s degree in Psychology and Creative Art Therapies, Drexel University of Health Sciences
- Licensed Professional Counselor (New Jersey and Pennsylvania)
- Level II Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
- Undergraduate degree from University of Richmond, VA
- Certified Yoga Teacher
Selected Achievements
- Member, UCSD Center for Mindfulness
- Member, Binge Eating Disorder Association (BEDA)
Press Contact Info
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