- Relationship strain
- Anger management
- LGBTQ plus issues
About Cristien
Cristien Storm is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington with 18 years of professional experience. She works with people who are dealing with relationship strain, trauma and abuse, LGBTQ+ related concerns, family conflict, and anger. Cristien frames clients as the experts on their own stories and draws on their strengths during sessions.
She approaches sessions in a direct, practical way. Conversations focus on patterns that keep problems active, and on clear steps a person can try between sessions. Cristien talks through communication habits, control issues, and ways to manage intense feelings so people can test changes in daily life.
Her work often addresses attachment and abandonment wounds that affect relationships. She helps people name guilt, shame, or isolation and figure out how those feelings show up in behavior. Cristien also supports people working through mood struggles, panic attacks, and social anxiety with straightforward strategies.
For those dealing with anger, she looks at triggers and the thoughts that drive reactive responses. Sessions include practice of alternative ways to respond and discussion of how to repair relationships after outbursts. The emphasis is on manageable steps rather than quick fixes.
Starting therapy with Cristien means setting clear goals and testing practical tools. She partners with people who want concrete changes in how they relate to others and in how they handle strong emotions. The first conversations focus on what matters most now and what small shifts could help.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques help guide sessions in clear, practical ways. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors in everyday situations; this helps with mood problems, social anxiety, and anger by changing patterns that lead to reactive responses. Another approach targets attachment and relationship patterns by looking at how early connections influence current communication and trust; this is useful for relationship strain, abandonment issues, and family conflict.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods match their goals, needs, and preferences. That means talking through problems, choosing techniques to try, and reviewing what works in follow-up sessions so the plan can change as needed.
The practical benefits of online work make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. Confirm the session formats offered before booking, since the biography does not list them. Online sessions can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it easier to return to daily activities after a meeting. Many people find it simpler to keep momentum when therapy fits into their existing schedule rather than requiring extra travel.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, family conflict, LGBTQ+ related concerns, and anger. Additional areas include mood disorders, panic, social anxiety, and issues like guilt and shame.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, strengths-based approach that focuses on clear steps and real-life practice. Conversations target patterns, communication habits, and manageable behavior changes.
How much experience does she have?
Cristien has 18 years of professional work experience helping people with relationships, trauma, anger, and related concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LMHC - licensed in Washington and practices there.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the selected plan.
How do I get started with Cristien?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.