Krista

Krista Turner

Professional Nurse

Welcome to my profile! I'm a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for fostering wellness across all ages. From the littlest ones in need of well-child care to adults seeking guidance on health promotion, my focus is on preventive medicine to keep you healthy and thriving.

About Me

As a Family Nurse Practitioner, I guide individuals and families in cultivating lasting wellness across all ages. From essential well-child care to comprehensive health promotion for adults, my focus is on preventive medicine. I offer tailored support, equipping you with practical tools for daily wellbeing. Clients find my balanced approach helps them proactively maintain health and thrive.

Approach

Care unfolds through short, focused check-ins and collaborative problem‑solving that tie daily choices to long‑term wellbeing. Whether we meet in Houston or online in English, sessions feel paced and practical — part assessment, part planning — with clear steps to try between meetings and gentle review of what’s working. I track symptoms, routines, and goals with you, adjusting strategies for children, teens, adults, or those managing chronic conditions so progress stays realistic and steady. This approach often fits people seeking steady, hands‑on support.
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Services


Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • Child / Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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  • Consultation

    An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.

  • Social Work

    A profession that supports individuals and families with mental health, welfare, housing, and access to community resources.

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  • Outpatient Services

    Mental health treatment attended during the day without hospital admission, including therapy sessions and psychiatric appointments.

  • Pain Management

    Psychological approaches to chronic pain that address the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural dimensions of living with persistent pain.

  • Prevention

    Programmes aimed at preventing mental health problems before they develop, through education, early intervention, and resilience building.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Elderly
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • Chronic Illness

    A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Headaches

    Recurrent headaches or migraines that may have psychological contributing factors such as stress, tension, anxiety, or emotional distress.

  • HIV / AIDS Support

    The psychological impact of living with HIV/AIDS, including stigma, disclosure, medication adherence, and emotional well-being.

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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Professional Title:

  • Professional Nurse

    A registered nurse who may work in mental health settings, providing nursing care and support to people with psychological conditions.

Qualifications


The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

Registrations


Texas State Board of Professional Counselors

FNP-BC

Service Area


Absolute Health & Wellness Clinic

In-person & Online

Houston, Texas

United States