Anchored & Authentic Approaches
Real Conversations. Deeper Work. Lasting Change.
Therapy grounded in authenticity, clinical experience, and a commitment to helping you move forward.
Kristina Scaglione, LCSW-R
Autonomy, Authenticity, Resilience...
Not everyone needs therapy. However, if you’re ready for real change, you’re in the right place. If you’re high-functioning but still stuck, overwhelmed despite “doing everything right”…or repeating patterns you can’t seem to break, this is where we do deeper work.
I’m Kristina Scaglione, LCSW-R, and I no longer operate as a traditional solo practice. I am the co-founder of Root & Rise Clinical Specialists, a curated, private-pay psychotherapy practice built for people who are serious about change.
This is not surface-level support.
This is structured, intentional, and results-driven care.
Perhaps you're down or anxious, unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support.
Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery. In my sessions, I promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive outlook, the adoption of new attitudes, and reprogramming your stress response. I have the tools and professional experience to help you get back on track.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Struggling with trauma, grief, anxiety, self-direction, or major life transitions?
Or simply at a point where you know:
What you’ve been doing isn’t working anymore, and you’re ready for something different.
At times, we all need support, but not all therapy is created equal.
The work we do here is rooted in:
– self-awareness
– accountability
– clinical depth
– and real, measurable progress
HOW TO WORK WITH ME
There are two ways to begin:
Option 1: Work Directly with Kristina
Best suited for clients seeking high-level insight, complex case work, or intensive, depth-oriented therapy.
Availability is limited and reserved for cases that require this level of direct work.
Option 2: Be Matched Within Root & Rise Clinical Specialists (Primary Path)
Most new clients begin here.
You’ll be thoughtfully paired with a clinician based on:
– your needs and goals
– clinical complexity
– personality and communication style
– the type of work that will actually move you forward
This is not a random placement.
This is intentional, strategic care designed for real progress.
ABOUT THE PRACTICE
Since 2015, Kristina has expanded beyond a traditional private practice to build something more intentional.
She is the Co-Founder of Root & Rise Clinical Specialists, alongside Julie Stark, LCSW, an elite, boutique team of clinicians offering trauma-informed, results-driven psychotherapy.
Root & Rise serves clients across:
– New York
– Florida
– Connecticut
– Massachusetts
with both in-person and virtual care options.
Kristina is also the Founder of Limitless Integrative Wellness, a collaborative, integrative ecosystem where therapy connects with holistic care through curated partnerships and innovative offerings, such as the Limitless Mind Spa Model™ experience.
APPROACH
Life can feel overwhelming, but staying stuck isn’t the goal.
Kristina’s approach is direct, grounded, and clinically informed:
– deepening self-awareness
– building resilience
– identifying and shifting patterns
– holding clients accountable to meaningful change
You won’t just talk.
You’ll do the work.
And in doing so, create a life that feels more aligned, intentional, and sustainable.
What to Expect on Your First Visit
Guiding you on your path to self-healing...
Kristina's Bio
Co-Founder & Co-Clinical Director, Root & Rise Clinical Specialists | Founder, Limitless Integrative Wellness | Trauma Therapist | EMDR-Trained Clinician | Clinical Supervisor
Kristina Scaglione, LCSW-R, CAHC, is a licensed clinical social worker, trauma therapist, clinical supervisor, and entrepreneur specializing in trauma, EMDR, anxiety, relationships, and LGBTQIA+-affirming mental health care. She is the Co-Founder and Co-Clinical Director of Root & Rise Clinical Specialists and Founder of Limitless Integrative Wellness, home of the Limitless Mind Spa Model™.
Known for her direct, compassionate, and action-oriented approach, Kristina works with adults, older adolescents, couples, families, LGBTQIA+ individuals, first responders, professionals, and high-achieving clients navigating trauma, PTSD/CPTSD, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, identity exploration, emotional dysregulation, burnout, and major life transitions.
Her philosophy is straightforward: insight matters, but meaningful change also requires action. Kristina combines honest, judgment-free guidance with practical strategies and individualized clinical care to help clients identify patterns, strengthen relationships, build healthier coping skills, and create sustainable change.
Kristina is trained in EMDR and holds advanced training and certifications in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Advanced Holistic Counseling. Her work also incorporates CBT, mindfulness-based interventions, Imago-informed relationship work, nervous system regulation, and specialized approaches for trauma, grief, and complex relational dynamics.
Kristina earned her Master’s in Social Welfare from Stony Brook University, where her studies included psychopharmacology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and crisis intervention. Her clinical background spans private practice, forensic and court-involved mental health care, residential psychiatric administration, severe and persistent mental illness, domestic violence intervention, sexual trauma, anger management, couples and family therapy, and LGBTQIA+ mental health.
Before entering clinical social work, Kristina earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice after studying psychology, philosophy, criminology, and criminal justice at Misericordia University and Northeastern University. Her early professional and advocacy work included private investigation, youth gang intervention, LGBTQIA+ mentoring, suicide-prevention initiatives, transgender advocacy, and work supporting individuals with serious mental illness. This multidisciplinary background continues to inform her ability to recognize behavioral, relational, and systemic patterns in her clinical work.
Today, Kristina's work extends beyond the therapy room. Through Root & Rise Clinical Specialists, she helps lead a private-pay, clinician-led psychotherapy practice providing trauma-informed and relationship-centered care. Through Limitless Integrative Wellness, she created the Limitless Mind Spa Model™, bringing clinical and holistic wellness professionals together through a collaborative approach to emotional health, nervous system regulation, and whole-person wellness.
Alongside Julie Stark, LCSW, Kristina also advances the philosophy of Mental Wealth-Care™—a concept Julie created that reflects their shared belief that mental and emotional well-being deserve intentional, ongoing investment.
At the center of Kristina's work is a commitment to helping people move beyond simply understanding why they feel stuck. She challenges clients to show up, take ownership of their growth, and actively create the life and relationships they want, while providing the clinical expertise, support, and judgment-free space to help them get there.
When I first came to Kristina, I struggled with living my life on someone else's terms, people pleasing, and running from my emotions. I had a life long dream and was content that just having the dream was enough, though deep inside I knew something was missing. Kristina helped me to explore what my life could look like if I chose to live my dream and make it my reality. Together we unraveled and healed trauma and painful memories. As I healed, my dream started to take shape, and I grew in confidence believing I could actually have what I wanted. Today I can say I truly love myself, my life, and my dream is becoming my reality. I am grateful to Kristina for helping me find my way, and I am truly excited for what is yet to be!
- D.M.
Kristina is a great therapist that has helped me grow in many ways and become a stronger person both mentally and emotionally. She has helped me cope with whatever obstacles have come my way. I highly recommend her.
- K.R.
Kristina is an extremely skilled, compassionate, and ethical therapist. She is a true professional that has really mastered psychotherapy. She is clearly very dedicated to her work, her clients, and her own professional development. I am constantly referring friends and family to her. She is amazing!!!!
- C.L.S.
Kristina is absolutely the best of the best!! I have referred several clients friends and family members to her. Kristina's professionalism knowledge and compassion is like some thing I’ve never dealt with before. Everyone I refer has nothing but amazing things to say she’s even helped my family I highly recommend!!!!!!
- K.R.
I highly recommend Kristina Scaglione. I am the unique position to have clients/patients in common with Kristina. I am a divorce attorney. As can be imagined, going through a divorce process is one of the most stressful events in someone’s life. I have recommended clients, before, after and during the divorce process to meet and speak to Kristina. Without exception, every one of those clients have been extremely satisfied and happy with Kristina. Further, every one of them has expressed to me that they are grateful for Kristina and feel that she is not only listening to them but actively helping them.
I will continue to recommend Kristina to my clients and I, unequivocally, endorse and recommend Kristina to anyone needing psychotherapy or counseling.
- R.M.
I’ve been seeing Kristina for about 4 years now. It started off 1 to 2 days a week and has now spread out to once every couple weeks. Kristina is one of the most supportive people in my life. She helps me make some of the most important decisions and helps me with reasoning. She is always there for emergencies and know exactly how to help me in every situation. She has taught me so much to be able to help myself in certain situations so I don’t have to rely on other people. Seeing her for the past 4 years has really changed my life and has helped me grow stronger. I highly recommend sessions with Kristina for whatever the reason may be. She is strong, smart, caring and kind and she really shows that you matter.
- D.T.
My husband and I met Kristina 18 months ago. We came to her with a broken marriage and a trial of failed counseling in our wake. In the time since then, we've spent over 100 hours in her office ripping off bandaids and looking at the wounds we needed to heal. There are times I know that another therapist with less patience would have cut us loose. She never wavered.
Little of that time was easy... all of it was worth it. With her help, we totally reinvented our marriage. I could not imagine 18 months ago that we could have the relationship we have today.
I'd say she's a miracle worker but the inexplicable nature of miracles undermines her talent. It's easy to see why she's so good at her job. She profoundly understands people at the cellular level – what they're made of, what makes them tick, how to connect with them. She's deeply intuitive and you can feel it when you're in her presence. She's made an art of listening and a science of inner healing. All the while, taking little credit for the amazing work she does. My husband and I are so grateful for the time we've spent with her and I recommend her to anyone who's ready to make real, lasting change in their life.
- C.L.
Contact Me
Let's talk.
Contact me today to learn more and book a session. I love helping my patients develop the tools they need to cope with all of life’s challenges. Please note: Insurance is not accepted. Telehealth appointments are available.
K. Scaglione Therapy
Now Root & Rise Clinical Specialists
100 Mariners Way
Suite: 100
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
____________________
Wellness Collective Member
100 Mariners Way, Suite 100
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Kristina@KScaglioneTherapy.org
