Little Dove LLC

*Now serving patients virtually in the following states: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NE, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, & WY

Helping You and Your Family Achieve Mental Wellness

About Dr. Kristin Kroll

As a mom and psychologist, I focus upon two main factors when providing care: 1) utilizing the most evidence-based assessments and protocols specific to each patient's concerns and 2) tailoring treatment goals collaboratively in order to align this with each family's unique values, beliefs, and culture. I am dedicated to providing the best care possible given that I am aware with everyone single patient that they are someone's loved one. Just as I want my loved ones to be treated by a provider with expertise, kindness, and compassion, so too do I believe it is my duty to provide this same level of care.


Prior to starting Little Dove, I had the privilege of serving as an assistant professor for the Medical College of Wisconsin and as a psychologist for Children's Wisconsin. My experiences in research at both of these wonderful institutions cemented my practice of grounding my clinical work in the most up to date medical best practices. I am thankful to the patients of these organizations for allowing me to share their journey in improving the quality of life for themselves and their families.


I enjoy working with all the mental health concerns and stressful transitions experienced by families. The care can range from helping children with social anxiety, or a teenager struggling with depression and rebellious behavior, to a parent struggling with ineffective parenting practices. In addition to my experience in these areas, my training and experiences have also provided me with a specialization in working with families of children with medical concerns.


Further information about my education and training:


Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD)- Counseling Psychology University of Georgia

Master of Science (MS)- Applied Clinical Psychology- University of South Carolina-Aiken

Bachelor of Science (BS)- Psychology- Berry College


Pre-Doctoral internship: Medical College of Georgia and Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center

                                            Consortium


Post-Doctoral Fellowship: Families Forward

Can My Family Benefit from Working with Little Dove?

When considering whether to begin mental health services with Little Dove, consider the following:

  • Is my child or adolescent experiencing increased emotional distress or impairment in daily functioning?
  • Am I struggling with feeling numb or unattached to my baby?
  • Do I wish my or my child's quality of life was better?
  • Is my child struggling to manage stress from changes in the family structure?
  • Am I struggling with my child's behavior or having difficulty co-parenting?
  • Has my teacher expressed concerns about my child's behavior or mood?


If any of the above are concerns, please feel free to schedule an initial intake and evaluation by clicking on the "Patient Portal" at the bottom right hand of your screen.


For parents, it may be helpful to learn more about your child's mental health, behavior, or functioning by utilizing the Child Mind Institute Symptom Checker



Sample Psychological Concerns of Patients Served by Little Dove

Generalized Anxiety Depression Parenting Difficulties Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Trauma Social Anxiety Adjustment Disorder Parent Conflict
Separation Anxiety Conduct Problems School Avoidance Disordered Eating
Attention Concerns Self-Injury Postpartum depression Suicidal Behavior

*Not an exhaustive list of all conditions served

How do I start services?

  • 1. Determine whether Little Dove is the right fit for you

    The initial session for virtual assessment and treatment planning typically lasts about 60-90 minutes. Currently, Dr. Kroll is in network with South Carolina Medicaid  and South Carolina Cigna/Evernorth. For patients choosing self-pay, the first session costs $185 and subsequent sessions are $160.


    Feel free to schedule a free 15 minute consultation through the patient portal if you have any questions about whether Little Dove is the right fit for you or your loved one!

  • 2. Contact Us

    Contact Little Dove to schedule your first initial intake session by:


     1) Clicking the "Patient Portal for New & Existing Patients" button which is available at the bottom right hand of the webpage 


    2) Calling us at (843) 849-4126 


    2) Completing the "Contact Us" form at the bottom of the home page and a Little Dove staff member will contact you to answer questions and/or schedule your appointment.

  • 3. Prepare for Your First Session

    Prepare for your first session by completing the intake paperwork and consent forms prior to the appointment.


    If you have any questions about these forms, please call the office prior to your appointment.


    If an emergency arises prior to the start of psychological/counseling services, please call 911 or present to the nearest emergency room for immediate assistance.

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    Is online psychotherapy/counseling as effective as face-to-face services?


    • Yes! Online services are as effective for treating mental health conditions as face-to-face sessions as long as the audio /video connection is sufficient

    What type of treatment is offered?

    • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has been well-established in the research literature as being one of the most effective types of therapy for treating most pediatric and adult mental concerns, including medically related psychological symptoms
    • At Little Dove, CBT is our main therapy modality; however, the treatment plan is tailored to match each patient's goals, presenting problems, and  identities (eg cultural background, gender, race/ethnicity, religiosity/spirtuality)
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