Kristin Babendreier

Kristin Babendreier is a dedicated mental health professional with extensive experience in various roles supporting individuals with mental health challenges, particularly within the foster care system and employment services. Currently serving as a Marriage and Family Therapy Trainee and Intake/Assessment Specialist at Community Research Foundation since April 2022, Kristin previously worked as a Behavior Specialist at Rogers Behavioral Health and held multiple roles at Community Research Foundation, including Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist and Employment Specialist. Kristin's background encompasses case management, advocacy, and direct support for youth and families, with prior leadership positions at Voices for Children, where comprehensive advocacy efforts were provided for youth in foster care. Education includes a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from St. Mary's College of Maryland.