Hey!
I'm glad you took the time to see if I'm the right fit for you! I hope that I will be able to provide a space for you that allows you to feel comfortable, open, and encourages growth.
I hold my Master's and Education Specialist degrees in Counseling and Human Systems in 2014 from Florida State University's College of Education. I hold my National Counselor Certification (NCC) as well as being a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. I have been counseling for over 4 years.
The majority of my counseling work has has allowed me to serve a range of clients from all age ranges and with all with various different cultural backgrounds to include the LGBTQ+ community. Specific concerns I have assisted individuals with are as follows: anxiety, depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, substance abuse disorders, and grief.
I integrate different evidenced based practices in my approach to counseling to include: Reality Based Therapy, Cognitive behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy all with a person centered approach. As of late I have also been utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
It is always an honor and a privilege to work with someone who allows me to assist them during this journey we call life.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
WA LMHC LH61271288
SC LPC 7156
NC LCMHC 15373
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Christian Gibson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Christian is a fantastic resource. She listens intently and always has valuable input. My experience has been nothing but positive and she’s helped me through some tough situations. I would recommend Christian to anyone looking for a listening ear.
Written on Dec 07, 2021 after therapy with Christian for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
I really feel comfortable and supported talking to Christian. She’s very understanding, thorough, and well balanced. She always provides new perspectives on a situation which challenges me personally but she also allows me to feel and think what I think. Perfect match for me!
Written on Nov 07, 2020 after therapy with Christian for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Cristina Gibson is a very compassionate and helpful person. She is there for her clients whenever possible and does her best to listen and help come up with solutions. She seems to truly care about her clients problems and tries to come up with practical solutions to help.
Written on Apr 29, 2020 after therapy with Christian for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, career difficulties, and adhd
I absolutely love Ms. Gibson! She is very consistent and respectable. She is encouraging and try to find ways to help that best she can.
Written on Apr 09, 2020 after therapy with Christian for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
She’s awesome. And has been a great help this holiday season.
Written on Jan 02, 2020 after therapy with Christian for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coping with life changes