Dr. Kristen Wynns is a distinguished child and adolescent psychologist and the owner of Wynns Family Psychology, a premier private practice with locations in Cary, North Raleigh, Greensboro, and Fuquay-Varina, NC. For over 18 years, her practice has been recognized as one of North Carolina’s top child and adolescent specialty practices. Dr. Wynns is a sought-after media expert on psychology and parenting issues, regularly contributing to radio shows, TV news, podcasts, magazines, and television programs.

She is the author of the acclaimed parenting book, The No Wimpy Parenting Handbook, available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/No-Wimpy-Parenting-Handbook/dp/1975848845

Additionally, Dr. Wynns offers “No Wimpy Parenting” coaching services, assisting parents with behavioral and discipline challenges and providing certification programs for mental health professionals.

A Comedic Turn: Kiki’s Rise to the Stage

In a bold expansion of her career, Dr. Wynns ventured into comedy, blending her psychological expertise with humor. Over her 20+ years as a psychologist, she observed how laughter provides emotional, physical, and spiritual relief. This realization led her to stand-up comedy as “Kiki” in 2022, where she quickly garnered success with her sharp life observations, high energy, and genuine vulnerability. Kiki performs all over NC, East Coast and in LA. She created and headlines regularly in a best-selling show at Goodnights Comedy Club in Raleigh, NC called Ladies Laugh Lounge. She has a mission to elevate the comedy scene for women.

Humor Coaching, Workshops, and Conferences

Dr. Wynns now offers humor presentations and keynote addresses, as well as 1:1 coaching,  designed to help individuals and businesses harness the power of humor. These sessions aim to increase confidence, combat emotional challenges, and enhance workplace culture and relationships. Dr. Wynns is proud to have offered these workshops for a law firm’s annual meeting, private practice conferences, North Carolina Psychological Association’s conference, Town of Cary, and Duke University Healthcare system.

Dr. Kristen Wynns seamlessly integrates the therapeutic benefits of humor with her extensive psychological expertise, making her a unique and engaging presence in both fields. ​