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Helping Women Heal from Betrayal, Reclaim Their Identity, and Rebuild Trust in Themselves

I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is passionate about helping women who feel like they’ve lost themselves find their way back to who they truly are. My background includes working with individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, and complex relationship experiences. I specialize in supporting women who are healing from betrayal, emotional wounds, and identity struggles—especially those who appear “strong” on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain within.

I take a warm, down-to-earth, and compassionate approach to therapy. I believe you shouldn’t have to filter yourself or have it all together to be supported. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe enough to be honest, process what you’ve been carrying, and begin rebuilding your sense of self with clarity and confidence.

As a Christian, I understand the importance of faith in the healing journey and can incorporate spiritual reflection in a way that feels supportive and empowering—if that aligns with your values.

I hold a Master’s in Clinical Mental Counseling, and my work is rooted in evidence-based practices while also honoring the emotional, relational, and (if important to you) spiritual parts of your healing.

Hi, I’m Cristina, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida with experience providing therapy in both inpatient behavioral health and private practice settings. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with adults from a variety of backgrounds navigating anxiety, depression, substance use, low self-esteem, stress, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.

I enjoy working with people who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply trying to make sense of where they are in life and where they want to go next. I have a particular interest in perinatal mental health, including pregnancy, postpartum, fertility challenges, and the identity shifts that can come with motherhood. I also enjoy supporting young adults as they navigate new stages of life, relationships, identity, and finding their sense of direction.

Since 1999, I have devoted my career to helping couples, individuals, and families build healthier, more fulfilling relationships. I specialize in couples therapy, premarital counseling, healing after infidelity, communication difficulties, recurring conflict, intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, blended families, and navigating separation or divorce. I also help individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger, grief, low self esteem, and relationship concerns.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a Certified Gottman Seven Principles Leader, an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, and a Board Certified TeleMental Health provider. I earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in child development and family studies from Purdue University.

Call and schedule a brief 10 minute call and ask what you'd like. I'm an open book.

It can be a struggle to keep it all together. Family or relationship conflicts, LGBTQ+ related issues, self-esteem, painful memories that you can't shake, or maybe just needing someone to talk to about things you can't imagine talking to anyone about. You're not alone. It's been a really difficult couple of years. I will help you explore in a safe and accepting space so that you can start to feel good again.

Imagine feeling more relief and alleviating the anxiety and fear that have become overwhelming. Together, we can lift painful thoughts and help you to gain tools and understandings that bring the light in again.

In working with me, you can have access to an approachable therapist that uses evidenced-based tools, but woven into a safe therapeutic relationship. I look forward to working together.

The foundation of my practice is based on the respect I have for my clients, and my therapeutic approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs. As a trained and experienced therapist, I am not only technically objective, but also provide you with emotional nourishment and assistance as you work through problem areas in your life. Psychotherapy is about growth and transformation and equips you to overcome challenges impacting your family, job or relationships. My areas of expertise include addiction, relationship or job-related issues, depression, anxiety and stress. I employ solution focused therapy based on psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness approaches. I am also a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) to evaluate employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up, testing, and aftercare.

I am a queer-identified African American cisgender woman. My pronouns are she/her. I hold a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling degree. I have over 12 years of experience effectively treating mental health and substance abuse concerns in LGBTQIA2S+ persons (sex positive; kink affirming), BIPOC and other PGM folx, and femme-identified persons.