I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California (LMFT# 111636) with over seven years’ experience. Along my journey of becoming a therapist, I have also received 40-hours of domestic violence training through House of Ruth; specializing in intimate partner violence. I have worked with individuals with a wide variety of issues including domestic violence, depression, grief, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting issues, personality disorders, and OCD. I have also worked with many individuals who have experienced trauma and abuse.
Although I am more of a direct therapist, I am also a warm and interactive therapist. I create a nurturing and safe environment that is non-judgmental and caring. I often will use a solution-focused approach, providing options and tools necessary to make immediate changes in your life. However, every individual is unique, and I tailor my therapy sessions to fit what you are looking for. I also see therapy as a collaborative effort - we work together to create solutions. I will remain by your side on your therapeutic journey.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life, and to take the first steps towards positive change. I am dedicated to helping individuals find ways that work best for their needs, and I respect every individual's uniqueness. I am committed to helping my clients develop attainable and valuable treatment goals that will lead them to achieve lasting positive life changes and personal growth.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Bipolar disorder, Abandonment, Communication Problems, Domestic Violence, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, HIV / AIDS, Infidelity, Isolation / Loneliness, Men's Issues, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Post-traumatic Stress, Self-Harm, Sexual Dysfunction, Women's Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
CA LMFT 111636
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Christie is excellent. She actively listens, is relatable and respectful. I really have enjoyed our conversations.
Written on Oct 05, 2023 after therapy with Christie for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Extremely helpful and welcoming. Listens intently. Either has great memory or keeps good notes. Fantastic perspective and engaging personality.
Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Christie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Christine has been a wonderful help over the last year or so. Our conversations always feel safe and open to discuss whatever is happening in my life. She's very real and yet still very professional. It feel like talking to a friend. She provides excellent real life advice and resources (if you want it) without sounding preachy. She's the real deal. :)
Written on May 07, 2022 after therapy with Christie for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Christie is THE best. She is nonjudgmental and I always look forward to her insight. I’m also a therapist and I find her extremely helpful
Written on Feb 03, 2022 after therapy with Christie for 2 years and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Christie is very patient, nice and offers great feedback. She is a great listener and helps you focus on what matters most. I like how open she is and gives examples. She is very flexible as well and makes it happen if a time or day doesn’t work.
Written on Dec 01, 2021 after therapy with Christie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Christie has been very helpful in my process of learning and coping with stress and anxiety.
Written on Sep 21, 2021 after therapy with Christie for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and self esteem