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