As a licensed therapist in South Carolina, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients address challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, and self-esteem concerns. I'm particularly passionate about working with young adults, women, and individuals experiencing social anxiety, isolation, and relationship difficulties.
My therapeutic approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on empowering clients to develop stronger self-understanding and healthier coping strategies. I create a supportive environment where individuals can explore personal growth, heal from past experiences, and build resilience.
I draw from evidence-based practices to help clients work through issues such as panic attacks, attachment challenges, workplace stress, and family dynamics. My goal is to walk alongside you, offering guidance and support as you develop more meaningful connections with yourself and others.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
SC LPC 8591
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amazing therapist! so nice. easy to talk to!
Written on Oct 13, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Truly a kind and caring soul, ready to listen and help with whatever you may be experiencing! After one call, I knew she was going to be able to help
Get me through this rough period I am
Feeling! Thank you Christina! I highly recommend!
Written on Oct 17, 2023 after therapy with Christina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching
Good with conversation and keeping up with your therapy.
Written on Mar 10, 2023 after therapy with Christina for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and anger management