- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Relationship work
About Christina
Christina Ashby is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 12 years of experience based in Texas. She works with adults on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship matters, family issues, self-esteem, depression, addictions, grief, and anger. Christina also addresses intimacy and sexual issues, parenting strain, career changes, and the fallout from trauma and abuse.
Christina uses practical conversation and structured tools in sessions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness practices, and relationship models such as the Gottman Method and Imago Relationship Therapy. Sessions focus on concrete skills - managing strong feelings, changing unhelpful thinking patterns, and improving how people connect with others.
She integrates a client's spiritual beliefs into work when that matters to the person. Christina asks about family context, past mental health history, trauma, current supports, and any substance use so she can plan useful next steps. The aim is to build on existing strengths while addressing patterns that get in the way.
Christina notes that she works with people in Texas and that state rules affect care when someone moves out of state. She encourages clear, calm check-ins about safety and who else may be present during a session. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session. Christina typically uses conversational, skills-based work to help people reduce reactivity, repair relationships, and manage life changes.
How Christina applies therapy approaches online
Christina uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change thinking patterns that fuel anger and distress. CBT is practical and goal-focused, often involving short exercises to test new ways of thinking and behaving. She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness when feelings get intense.Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Christina will work with the client to identify goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan over time. The client and therapist decide together which skills or relationship work make the most sense based on needs and preferences.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day and can reduce travel time. Some people prefer shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, while others use longer sessions for in-depth relational work. Discussing practical arrangements during the matching questionnaire helps align sessions with daily life and responsibilities.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Texas, Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger or related issues does she help with?
She helps people who struggle with anger alongside stress, anxiety, relationship conflict, grief, trauma, and addiction. Work often focuses on reducing reactivity and improving communication.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Christina uses conversational, skills-based sessions that mix Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and relationship methods. The focus is on practical skills for emotion regulation and better interactions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience as a clinician working with adults on stress, relationship problems, trauma, and related concerns. That experience shapes a pragmatic approach to managing strong emotions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
Christina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with licensure in Texas. Her practice is based in Texas and she asks that clients be located in Texas for sessions.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients and requires clients to be located in Texas during care.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing during the matching and scheduling steps.
What steps are needed to start sessions?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. Christina asks for brief background details to prepare for the initial visit.