Kristen Piringer joins caregivers in Psychiatric and Counseling

Mental Health Therapist Kristen Piringer, MS, has joined the caregivers in Winona Health Psychiatric and Counseling Services.

Piringer (pronounced peer-inger) sees people for a wide variety of issues including anxiety and depression. She has a special interest in grief and loss counseling.

“I think clients will find that I have a calm demeanor and I want them to feel accepted and know that their feelings are valid,” said Piringer. “It’s rewarding to see people grow and feel better as they develop new perspective and coping skills.”

Piringer completed her Clinical Internship at Winona Health. She earned her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Winona State University in Winona and Rochester, Minnesota. She also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Mortuary Science from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.

“As I was looking for an internship, I was so impressed with the services offered at Winona Health and the people I interviewed with,” said Piringer. “I had offers from every place I interviewed and it came down to choosing the people and the friendly, caring culture I found here at Winona Health.”

Piringer’s experience includes serving as a Shelter Advocate with Catholic Charities Winona Community Warming Center and Day Center, as a Transitional Housing Volunteer at Ophelia House in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and as Donor Coordinator for Lions Gift of Sight in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

In her free time, Piringer enjoys camping, hiking, arts and crafts, and spending time with friends, family and cats.

To schedule an appointment with Kristen Piringer in Psychiatric and Counseling Services at Winona Health, call 507.454.2606.

Kristen Piringer, MS, provides mental health therapy at Winona Health.