- Warm and interactive
- Practical coping skills
- Focus on boundaries
About Christina
Christina Gower is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and codependency concerns. She works with people facing mood disorders, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. Christina approaches care with warmth and respect so clients can feel heard and understood from the first session.
Christina keeps sessions interactive and straightforward. She adapts her approach to each person rather than following a fixed method. That means practical tools, breathing and grounding practices, and skills people can use between appointments to cope with strong emotions and daily demands.
Her background includes work in inpatient psychiatric settings and outpatient care, giving her experience with both short-term crises and longer-term support. Christina has eight years of experience as a counselor and holds an LPC credential in Missouri.
In the room she blends different therapy methods to match goals and needs. She uses parts of cognitive behavioral work, mindfulness, acceptance strategies, and skill-based approaches to help people manage difficult thoughts and behaviors. Sessions focus on small, doable steps toward better stability and clearer boundaries.
Christina aims to make therapy collaborative and practical. She listens for what matters most to each person, then builds a plan that fits their life. The result is a respectful, down-to-earth process for people ready to change how they cope and relate to others.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and then take actions that match their values. This approach is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress when people want clearer direction rather than just symptom relief.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks down problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions so people can test and change unhelpful patterns. It suits worries, sleep problems, mood difficulties, and many everyday struggles by giving concrete exercises and homework.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. Work is adjusted over time so techniques that help most are emphasized and others are set aside.
If you are interested in online sessions, please confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a quick update is needed. Licensed professionals often use video for in-depth skill practice and phone for brief follow-ups, but confirm which formats are offered for this therapist when you schedule.
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Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She supports people working through stress, anxiety, depression, mood concerns such as bipolar, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping problems, ADHD, and codependency among other issues.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is warm, interactive, and non-judgmental. She tailors sessions to individual needs and focuses on practical skills and clear steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience in the mental health field, with practice in both inpatient psychiatric and outpatient settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and she practices in Missouri.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a therapy match with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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