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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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