Hello! My name is Christina Rankin and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Supervisor (LISW-S). I earned my Bachelors Degree in Psychology from Ohio Dominican University and my Master of Social Work Degree with a concentration in Clinical Services from Ohio State University. I incorporate an eclectic approach to therapy, incorporating person centered, solution focused, cognitive behavioral, and motivational interviewing methods.
I have worked in the mental health profession for twenty years with adults, adolescents and children. I’ve worked advocating for children in foster care and have provided individual, family and group therapeutic services through crisis counseling, addictions programming, and community-based counseling. I have worked with individuals experiencing trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, substance use, low self-worth, life transitions, and a wide range of other emotional and behavioral health concerns.
I recognize the need and value of a strong therapeutic relationship. I believe it is important to work from a client centered and trauma informed lens. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I work with individuals to strengthen self-efficacies as I believe steadfast in hope and a resilient spirit within each of us. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking a first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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Written on Dec 01, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and addictions
Ms. Rankin is very caring and has a knack for taking what I try to say and synthesizing it in a clear manner back. It shows how well she listens and understands. I have seen over a dozen of therapists and she is one of the best I have had.
Written on Nov 19, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Chris has brought me such a long way from where I started. A year ago I was emotionally wrecked and felt hopeless. Today I feel like a new person ! I feel very blessed to have found someone that gets me.
Written on Oct 02, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
I have learned much about myself by working with Christina Rankin. She listens and asks good questions. Through working with Christina (and my partner), I have come to realize that it is beneficial to me and to my relationship to find healthier ways to express my anger/annoyance with my partner. This has opened up an area of growth for me that I had not foreseen the need for. Christina demonstrates her listening skills and flexibility by taking seriously my concerns and who I am, rather than jumping to conclusions about what I need to work on based on insufficient knowledge. She is friendly, direct, and comfortable. I am grateful to have the chance to work with her.
Written on Oct 01, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Knowledgeable expert in her field
Written on Oct 01, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Christina is the BEST!!!!
Written on Sep 29, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Christina has helped me noticeably improve my quality of life over the last few months by addressing my main concerns and by helping me to realize other issues i’ve been having that are related. She is a great listener and when she gives advice it is clear and concise. I’m excited to continue working with her and improving even more.
Written on Sep 22, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and self esteem
She’s amazing and such a good listener
Written on Sep 02, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
She has been an amazing help to me and my family and really anyone I interact with. Therapy is great and Christina is a great therapist!
Written on Aug 12, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Certainly has been doing this a while and is very good at recognizing what you should be doing outside of therapy as well.
Written on Aug 01, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Christina is a good listener and I feel like she focuses on my specific concerns and goals. I feel like she is guiding me in a way that is tailored to my needs. She’s easy to talk to as well
Written on Jul 29, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Very professional.
Easy to open up too.
Always positive and encouraging.
Written on Jun 23, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Christina has been very helpful after two sessions! I will continue to see her for tune ups!
Written on Jun 14, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 4 weeks
I love that Christina gave me homework and it finally feels like I have the guidance I've been craving. She's thorough, understanding, and kind - exactly what I need to heal, unpack my BS and move forward with my life. Thank you for all that you do!
Written on Jun 14, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Chris is awesome and has been such a wonderful guide. She helps me dive deeper to find the why's and better understand myself. I have recommended her and the platform to my patients.
Written on Jun 03, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Christian is courteous and a very good listener. I was hesitant about talking to a therapist but she has made me feel more at ease about talking to her.
Written on May 29, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and sleeping disorders
She is so warm and caring but equally professional. I’ve been impressed with how knowledgeable she is and how she prioritizes helping me feel empowered.
Written on Feb 14, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Christina is an excellent therapist. She is so easy to talk to and she responds with commonsense advice and rare wisdom. I'm thrilled she is my therapist!
Written on Feb 13, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very helpful very nice an understanding!
Written on Jan 18, 2025 after therapy with Christina for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Christina is a well rounded therapist and counselor who is respectful, punctual and a great listener. In the start of the sessions she makes clear assessments to efficiently provide help and support with your needs.
Written on Oct 22, 2024 after therapy with Christina for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
She has listened, and picked up on areas of concern immediately. Guiding me to look at things in a different way if I forget for a minute. I especially appreciate the guide to journaling!!
Written on Sep 25, 2024 after therapy with Christina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and self esteem
Christina is a great listener and I would recommend her to everyone. She is very resourceful and we have great sessions.
Written on Jul 15, 2024 after therapy with Christina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Christina has helped me through intense change in my life the past 6 months. I am forever grateful!
Written on May 01, 2024 after therapy with Christina for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
It's so easy to talk to Christina! I feel better after every session.
Written on Mar 06, 2024 after therapy with Christina for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, and self esteem
Christina has really helped me find ways to deal with my anxiety and begin to understand how to get past it to be more productive. She has a good toolkit and doesn’t throw too much at me at once.
Written on Oct 08, 2023 after therapy with Christina for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Christina is very attentive to your needs and providing the listening and guidance to move forward in a better way with your life
Written on Sep 01, 2023 after therapy with Christina for 3 months on issues concerning depression, and addictions
Very personable. Has a fun demeanor which helps elevate any apprehension about addressing difficult topics and subject matter. Is attentive to following up with issues that come up in conversations without interrupting a train of thought in a conversation that might be of value to follow in the moment. Offers good perspectives on ways to view issues. Helps with setting goals. Suggests useful activities to help do self-introspection.
Written on Aug 16, 2023 after therapy with Christina for 5 months on issues concerning depression, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Such a kind person willing to help me with anything i need to work thru big or small.
Written on Jul 20, 2023 after therapy with Christina for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Christina very passionate and avalible. She is helping me learn the difference between different mental conditions to help me get a day at a time and the videos are very helpful she shares with me every week. Glad I heard of betterhelp from a podcast I listen to. You don't have to be alone.
Written on May 11, 2023 after therapy with Christina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and sleeping disorders
Chris is like a weekly anchor in my life. I missed one session after seeing her for 8 previously and WOW! I did not realize how much benefit and value I was receiving until after missing a week. She helps me stay grounded and focused and teaches me ways to deal with anxiety issues. She's my touchstone.
Written on May 10, 2023 after therapy with Christina for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Christina has been a great sounding board for me. She is very detailed in her questions and has helped me identify underlying causes to my behaviors I was unaware of.
Written on Apr 08, 2023 after therapy with Christina for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
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