Ksenia Krasnikov, LMFT

Therapist in California

Compassionate, practical therapy for self esteem and stress

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13 years of experience listed

LMFT professional credentials

English languages

Focused on self esteem
Practical skill building
Warm and direct approach

About Ksenia

Ksenia Krasnikov is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California with 13 years of clinical experience. She focuses on practical, goal-oriented work to help people manage stress, anxiety, low self esteem, and depression. Ksenia aims to meet each person where they are and adapt her approach to individual needs.

She uses clear, action-focused methods in sessions. That can mean learning skills to reduce anxious thoughts, setting small steps to rebuild confidence, or sharpening communication when relationships feel strained. Conversations are direct but compassionate and centered on what a person wants to change.

Ksenia draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thought patterns that affect mood and behavior. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to explore motivation and build commitment to change. Solution-Focused Therapy helps keep sessions practical and forward-moving.

Her work includes helping people cope with life transitions, caregiver stress, and feelings of isolation or low self-worth. She also supports people facing pregnancy and childbirth related concerns, mood challenges, and issues around control or impulsivity. Sessions are tailored so priorities and pace match each individual.

People who reach out are asked to complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability. Ksenia encourages anyone feeling stuck to consider a first step and recognizes that asking for help takes courage.

How therapy approaches shape online care

Many clients find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helpful when they want to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT often includes learning concrete skills to manage anxiety, low mood, or negative self-talk. Motivational Interviewing focuses on uncovering personal reasons for change and strengthening commitment, which can help when confidence or motivation feels low. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for small, practical steps and past successes to build momentum toward goals.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. That conversation guides whether to emphasize CBT skills, motivational conversations, or brief solution-focused planning. The process is collaborative and adjustments can be made as needs change.

Confirm current session options before booking to know which online formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people focus on verbal work and skills practice without needing extra time away from home or work. Licensed professionals can use these approaches effectively in remote sessions when they are a good fit for the person’s goals.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessImpulsivityIsolation / loneliness Life purposeMood disordersPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ksenia commonly help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and self esteem concerns. Additional focuses include caregiver stress, isolation, and life transitions.

What is her therapy style like?

Sessions are practical and goal-focused with a compassionate tone. She blends skill teaching with problem-solving and motivational conversation.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 13 years of professional work experience as a therapist in clinical settings.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, and practices in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people from other countries work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does cost work for sessions?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.