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, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family problems, First responder issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, 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, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NY LMHC 014717
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She is so responsive and has a very kind demeanor. She is supportive and has a gentle approach
Written on Feb 19, 2025 after therapy with Christine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with li
I have had a few meetings with Christine so far and I just have to say that she is the best therapist I have ever had. She offers great advice and skills that no other counselor has before. She understands and tentatively listens to everything I say. I have already recommended BetterHelp to some friends because of my experience so far!
Written on Feb 10, 2025 after therapy with Christine for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Thank you Christine for being here during a most difficult time, for actively listening, for not blaming me, for supporting me, and for validating my feelings where appropriate.
Written on Feb 04, 2025 after therapy with Christine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Christine has been an incredible source of support and guidance in my journey to healing and growth. She has helped me work through the layers of my depression, confront the scars of my youth, and gain new perspectives on the traumas that shaped me. Christine’s empathetic approach and insightful advice have been instrumental in helping me navigate challenges like career burnout and the complexities of polyamorous relationships.
Her ability to create a safe, non-judgmental space allowed me to feel truly seen and heard, and her strategies have given me tools to cope and thrive. I’ve felt a genuine sense of progress and empowerment through our sessions, and I’m deeply grateful for her expertise and kindness. If you’re looking for a therapist who listens deeply, understands, and helps you move forward with clarity and compassion, I wholeheartedly recommend Christine.
Written on Jan 28, 2025 after therapy with Christine for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I strongly recommend Christine, she listens, has a clear ability to understand the situation and takes a comprehensive approach to advise various things that will help.
Written on Jan 15, 2025 after therapy with Christine for 3 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and self esteem
A light in my life, don't know where I'd be without her.
Written on Jan 15, 2025 after therapy with Christine for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and addictions