Hello, my name is Christina H. I have been a therapist since 2020 but I have been in the mental health field since 2016. I am a wife and mother of 4 children. I work at a community mental health agency full-time working with adults with severe mental illnesses and also have experience working with individuals with intellectual/ developmental disabilities as well. I am open to working with all populations but my favorites would have to be people who are trying to figure out who they are and what their purpose is, people dealing with life changes and trying to cope effectively, and people who just need help getting through the day to day stressors with some support. Whatever your issue may be, I am up for the challenge and hope I can help to make things better for you!
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
During our first session, we will complete the initial intake assessment which will include me gathering information from you such as what brings you to therapy, your mental health history, family history, what has worked or not worked for you in the past, your current coping skills, etc. We will also need to complete your treatment plan which will outline what you want to accomplish in treatment and how we plan to work towards this. We will also spend time establishing rapport so we can see if we will be a good fit for one another and if we want to move forward with treatment.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My approach integrates evidence-based practices to support personal growth, emotional resilience, and meaningful life transitions. With a deep commitment to understanding each person's unique journey, I create a compassionate and affirming therapeutic space that honors individual differences and identities. Drawing from my professional training and personal insights, I aim to empower individuals to develop stronger coping strategies and a deeper understanding of themselves. As a Black female therapist, I bring cultural awareness and nuanced perspectives to our therapeutic work, ensuring that every client feels genuinely seen, heard, and supported in their healing journey.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My practice centers on helping clients explore life purpose, manage stress and anxiety, and work through relationship challenges. My approach integrates evidence-based practices to support personal growth, emotional resilience, and meaningful life transitions. I am particularly passionate about supporting clients through school and career difficulties and significant life changes.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT can be used to help people identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors in order to promote change and improve their quality of life.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
DBT can be used to help patients regulate emotions, improve interpersonal relationships, communicate more effectively, and reduce harmful behaviors.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational interviewing can be used to help patients identify why they want to make changes in their lives and give them the boost they need to enact change.
Strength-Based
I help patients focus in on their strengths and how they can use them to improve areas of their lives and also find happiness within themselves.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Person-centered means I have unconditional positive regard for my clients and think the best of you and your ability to make change. I support you through taking control of your life and finding solutions to your own problems.