I am licensed in California with 9 years of professional work experience. I am excited about the opportunity to continue my work with individuals, couples, families and children. I approach my work with respect, cultural awareness and a strong belief in self-empowerment. Our time together will be supportive, collaborative, focused and goal driven. Although I am continually learning and searching for what works, Reality Therapy/Choice Theory is my primary theoretical approach.
I believe my purpose is to help clients discover, clarify and maximize their potential for healing/growth. I am a strong believer in the healing power of good relationships, so my work is framed by the intent to help folks get along better with the important people in their lives.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
CA LCSW 97537
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She’s amazing and very flexible
Written on Jan 21, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Christina totally understands my goals with therapy and is helping me better understand myself with each session!
Written on Dec 02, 2024 after therapy with Christina for 2 months on issues concerning self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd