I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LMHC) in New York with many years of experience working as an addiction and trauma counselor. I have an MA from NYU in counseling psychology. My experience also includes working with individuals who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse including PTSD symptomology. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, chemical addiction issues, as well as individuals who have OCD, autism, and a wide variety of personality disorders such as bipolar and borderline.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, genuineness, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavior therapy with humanistic (person-centered) and psychodynamic features. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Co-morbidity, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, First responder issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Military and veterans issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NY LMHC 014717
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Christine has been an absolute rock throughout my recovery journey. From our first session, she created such a warm, safe space where I felt truly seen and understood. Her approach isn’t just about the techniques; she genuinely cares and meets me exactly where I’m at. I gained practical tools to help me manage my addiction and she’s been there through all the ups and downs, cheering me on and challenging me when I needed it. I highly recommend Christine to anyone looking for real, compassionate support.
Written on Oct 31, 2024 after therapy with Christine for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and bipolar disorder
Christine is amazing she listens to me and let’s me talk about my feelings.
Written on Oct 01, 2024 after therapy with Christine for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
compassionate, empathetic, resourceful
Written on Sep 26, 2024 after therapy with Christine for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and sleeping disorders
She is the best, she listens and I can feel a lot of empathy from her. It helps me a lot. I love her Ukrainian)
Written on Sep 20, 2024 after therapy with Christine for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, anger management, and adhd