Kristin Kilbourn, PhD, MPH

Clinical Health Psychologist, Dr. Kristin Kilbourn is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the significant intersections of physical illness, emotional resilience, and overall well-being. She graduated from UC San Diego and completed her Master’s in Public Health from San Diego State University, and achieved a Ph.D. in Clinical Health Psychology from the University of Miami.
Throughout her career, Kristin has specialized in supporting patients and caregivers facing serious conditions like cancer, heart disease, and autoimmune disorders. Currently, she balances her clinical practice with research and teaching as a faculty member at the University of Colorado. The majority of her research focuses on developing interventions to improve quality for those who have experienced cancer. She currently serves as a co-investigator on several studies testing the efficacy of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy for people with cancer. Her teaching responsibilities include clinical training and mentoring of doctoral students in the clinical health psychology program.
Grounded in Cognitive-Behavioral and Existential theoretical frameworks, Kristin’s clinical approach honors the connections between mind, body, and spirit. She places an emphasis on meaning-making, guiding clients to process difficult life chapters and uncover purpose within their unique lived experiences. In addition to assisting individuals in navigating acute health challenges, Kristin provides support for psychedelic-assisted therapy and integration, helping clients safely prepare for, process, and ground transformative non-ordinary states of consciousness into daily changes. Rather than focusing solely on symptom reduction, her practice centers on holistic empowerment and overall wellness, helping individuals to build adaptive coping tools, overcome barriers to fulfillment, and thrive. When she is not working, Kristin recharges in nature and stays active by traveling with her family, riding her horse, hiking, skiing, and practicing yoga.
