Kevin Cristadoro, Ed.D., M.A. (Psych)

I work with adults, couples, families, and teens 14+ who are dealing with anxiety, depression, or change they didn’t choose and don’t yet know how to handle. That might be grief, a new diagnosis or a long-term health condition, a career that has ended or shifted, or strain in a marriage or family.

I also work with teens and their parents. My doctoral research explored how adolescence has changed from Gen X to Millennials to Gen Z, in how teens form identity, connect with peers, and handle anxiety in a world shaped by smartphones and social media. Parents and teens often grew up in very different worlds, and I help families bridge that gap.

Before becoming a counselor, I spent more than 25 years in the medical device and pharmaceutical industry, working closely with physicians and the patients they treat for serious health conditions. I have a practical understanding of how illness affects a person’s work, relationships, and sense of self. I’m also glad to work with men, who often carry these pressures quietly, and with anyone adjusting to a health condition.

My approach is collaborative and direct, with a developmental lens. I pay attention to where someone is in life, the generation they grew up in, and how their temperament shapes the way they handle stress. I draw on person-centered counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and family systems, and I adapt to what each person needs. When a health condition is involved, I help clients understand what’s happening so they can make clearer decisions. I want clients to leave sessions with a clearer understanding of their situation and something concrete to work on. I welcome LGBTQ+ clients.

I hold a Doctor of Education from Winona State University and a Master of Arts in Psychology from Houston Christian University, where I am completing my clinical training.

Outside of therapy, I spend most of my time with my family. I help with my children’s activities and spend time with my wife, who is my closest friend. I also watch a lot of history documentaries, which remind me that every generation has faced its own uncertainty and found ways through it. If you’re ready to talk through what’s going on, reach out to schedule an appointment.