Kristen Hendry, LMFT
she / her
Founder & Clinical director of Alight Therapy
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in West Los Angeles, providing in-person sessions in Culver City as well as virtual therapy through a secure Telehealth platform. My clinical work is grounded in the belief that healing begins in a space where clients feel safe to show up exactly as they are. I support individuals, adolescents, and families in navigating challenges related to eating disorders, body image, identity development, and relational dynamics.
My approach is integrative, drawing from Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Bowen Family Systems Theory. I tailor each treatment plan to the unique needs of the individual, understanding that no single approach fits all. My academic and clinical interest in family systems theory has been a consistent throughline in my work; my master’s thesis explored the application of multiple family systems frameworks in the treatment of eating disorders.
I practice through a feminist and intersectional lens, recognizing the impact of sociocultural systems on mental health and identity. I collaborate with clients to unpack how intersecting identities and systemic pressures shape their experiences, with an emphasis on restoring agency and self-compassion.
Outside of the therapy room, I find joy in rollerblading, browsing flea markets for vintage finds, reading, and spending time outdoors with my dog, Della. A few of my favorite books include Group by Christine Tate and It's OK That You're Not OK by Megan Devine.

Specialization and Education
Specialties
Eating Disorders
Body Image
Athletes
Couples
Education & Training
BA in Psychology - University of California, Irvine
MS in Marriage and Family Therapy / Counseling - California State University, Fullerton
LMFT License #152775