Hi! I'm Christen and I am a Licensed Therapist (LCSW). I have been working with both adults and kids for more than 14 years. I love working with clients and I can't wait to meet you. Together we can come up with goals that direct our treatment plan to meet your individual needs. I am energetic, hopeful, and always find ways to creatively help my clients. *One of the things I LOVE to do (in addition to individual therapy) is PARENT COACHING! We can all use some help! I am a mom first, and a Therapist 2nd. I love to be that objective 3rd party who can help tweak routines, strategize about sleep issues, come up with loving, trauma-informed ways to help with discipline (that means teaching!) your kids. Most importantly helping you learn to connect well with your kids heart is my number one priority. Helping your kids learn skills for emotional regulation is an important parent goal, and one I have lots of tools to teach about. Whether you have a preschooler or a teen we can problem solve together. I use creative strategies that are infused with fun. Let's get started!
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together I usually introduce myself and give an overview of the process of therapy. Then I give you the opportunity to ask any and all questions you may have. I think it's most important that you feel welcomed and that this is a judgement free zone. Lots of hope and encouragement is always my goal! After that we will dive into whatever brought you to therapy. We will use your own concerns to develop a treatment plan.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My clients describe me as "warm, welcoming, and easy to talk to." I believe I bring lots of energy and hope to the therapy process. I am constantly highlighting my client's strengths and encouraging to move forward in that strength towards greater growth. When working in the hospital setting, I often saw clients on the very worst days of their lives....I learned how to build rapport quickly and make sure the clients knew that I was with them every step of the way.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is the best therapy out there for anxiety and depression. It is evidence based and I have had great success with it as a treatment method!
Grief Therapy
Grief is different for everyone. I have worked with adults and children grieving their loss of normalcy to to illness, medical diagnoses, and those facing end of life issues. My goal is to walk with you through this process and I am so honored to be invited into such a sacred space.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Trauma Focused CBT is evidence based and very effective treatment modality. I love to help others by teaching them how this can help!
Christian Counseling
I am a Licensed mental health professional but I love to be able to incorporate biblical principals for those who want this. It's such a blessing to be able to help my clients in such a meaningful way. I often pray to end our sessions.