Kristin Peterolff, LCSW Lead Therapist, Child/Teen DBT Programs & Intensives
Kristin Peterolff, LCSW
Senior Therapist & Lead for Child and Teen DBT Programs | Virtual Therapy Across NY, NJ & VT
Kristin Peterolff (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a senior member of the SageMind Psychology team, bringing over 10 years of clinical experience. She is the lead therapist overseeing our Child and Adolescent Intensive Programs, including the Intensive Outpatient DBT Program and School Refusal Programs. Kristin is significant training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), equipping her to deliver expert support for children and teens struggling with emotional regulation, interpersonal challenges, and behavioral difficulties.
She earned her degree in Clinical Practice with Children and Families from Monmouth University and specializes in supporting children, adolescents, teenagers, young adults, and their families. Kristin combines clinical expertise, compassion, and experience to guide clients through social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
Areas of Expertise
As a senior clinician with extensive experience in child and teen therapy, Kristin works with clients and families addressing:
Attention and executive functioning deficits
Emotional dysregulation and non-suicidal self-injurious behaviors
Family conflict and interpersonal challenges
Support for LGBTQIA+ youth and neurodiverse children
Kristin believes that children, teens, and families are more than their challenges. She works collaboratively to help clients develop practical coping strategies, improve emotional awareness, strengthen social skills, and build effective life skills to support long-term growth.
Therapeutic Approach
Kristin uses an integrative, evidence-based approach, combining:
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety, mood, and behavioral concerns
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) to cultivate awareness and self-regulation
Trauma-informed care and a strengths-based, person-centered lens
Her approach emphasizes both acceptance and change, helping children, teens, and families feel supported while learning actionable skills to navigate challenges. Kristin creates a safe, nonjudgmental, and affirming space where clients can explore their experiences and grow with confidence.
“I encourage my clients to show up for themselves each day. I’m here by their side, cheering them on as they develop the tools to thrive.”
Virtual Therapy Availability
Kristin provides fully virtual therapy for children, teens, and families across:
New York, New Jersey, and Vermont
Same-day virtual appointments are available for qualified clients.
Clinical Details
Specialties: Child & Teen Therapy • Intensively Trained DBT • CBT • MBCT • Anxiety & Depression • Executive Functioning & Attention • School Refusal
Age Range: 4–40
Services Offered: Individual Therapy • Parent Work
Experienced With: Children and Teens • LGBTQIA+ Youth • Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
Contact: 📞 (914) 747-6157 📧 kristin@sagemindpsychology.com