Compassionate therapy for women navigating anxiety, overwhelm, motherhood, and life transitions, with support that helps you feel more steady, clear, and connected.
With over 9 years of clinical experience, Kristen Hayward supports teen girls and adult women in both community and private practice settings. She earned her Master of Science degree from LIU Post in 2012 and holds additional certification in the treatment of perinatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders.
Kristen specializes in women’s issues, anxiety, and mood disorders, offering both in-person and telehealth therapy. Her approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care, helping clients feel understood, supported, and empowered at every stage of life.
Therapy at Ever Rising Mental Health Counseling with Kristen Hayward, M.S., LMHC provides a grounded, compassionate space to help you better understand yourself, regulate your nervous system, and build resilience that carries into daily life.
Her approach is practical, relational, and deeply human—free of fluff or quick fixes. Just steady, thoughtful support that fosters meaningful, lasting change.
You don’t have to navigate this alone. Together, we’ll create a thoughtful path forward, one that builds insight, strengthens resilience, and supports meaningful, sustainable growth.
A brief call to discuss your needs, answer questions, and see if working together feels like the right fit.
Your first full therapy session focused on understanding your story, goals, and what brings you to therapy.
Collaborative, ongoing therapy tailored to your needs, with thoughtful treatment planning that evolves as you do.
“Kristen is a caring and very empathetic professional. Kristen has an amazing ability to create a warm and welcoming environment the moment you meet her.”
LCSW
“Kristen is extremely insightful and brings a truly comprehensive clinical background to her work. She approaches clients with thoughtfulness, depth, and professionalism. I highly recommend her.”
Colleague
“Kristen helped me so much!!! She normalized everything and was a God send! Highly recommend.”
Client
Individual Sessions: $125
Sliding scale, apply if you may be eligible
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