Kristin Hodson, LCSW, CST, CSTS
Founder and CEO
Kristin Hodson, LCSW, CST, CSTS
Kristin Hodson is Founder and Executive Director of The Healing Group and co-author of “Real Intimacy: A Couples Guide for Genuine, Healthy Sexuality.” (Cedar Fort, 2011) She has been a regular guest on RadioWest, Studio 5, and was a regular contributor on the Radio From Hell show on X-96 taking live calls on sex and intimacy.
She is an AASECT-certified sex therapist and supervisor specializing in sexual shame, LGBTQIA+, mixed-orientation marriage, out-of-control sexual behavior/sex addiction, moral conflict between religion and sexuality, sexuality and grief, and consults around complicated cases to provide referrals. Kristin is skilled at helping clients who feel stuck in their relationships and sexual health find creative solutions in-line with their values. She does this by working beside them collaboratively by reflective insight, experience and expertise. Clients often say they feel supported and safe to express and explore thoughts, emotions and vulnerabilities – bringing about new understanding. fulfilling changes and finding personal joy. She is a mother and wife and lives life passionately out loud.
EDUCATION
Graduate of the University of Utah, Masters of Social Work: Clinical and Medical Emphasis
Graduate of BYU-Hawaii,Bachelor of Social Work: International Emphasis
Graduate of Salt Lake Community College, Associates of Psychology
AFFILIATIONS
Postpartum Support International
Certificate of Pregnancy and Postpartum Mood Disorder Training led by Karen Kleiman
Crisis Worker at the University of Utah and University Neuropsychiatric Institute
Prior Volunteer/Advocate for Rape Recovery
MEMBERSHIPS
American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT.org)
Postpartum Support International
LGBT Therapists Guide of Utah
Women in Private Practice
Association of Mormon Counselors and PsychotherapIsts
Kristin offers presentations to groups, couples and organizations on a variety of sexual health topics. She also offers presentations and training to medical professionals and psychotherapists on the topic of identifying and treating pregnancy and postpartum mood disorders. Additionally, she presents to women’s groups around the greater Salt Lake Valley helping them to find balance and joy in their everyday living. Contact Kristin if you are interested in having her speak to your group or would like to set-up a professional training.
