- Client-centered care
- Mindfulness practice
- Trauma-informed tools
About Christine
Christine Wagner is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York with 20 years of experience. She focuses on common life struggles like stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship strain, and parenting concerns. She also helps people facing trauma, compassion fatigue, and identity-related issues such as gender dysphoria and LGBT concerns.
She aims to meet people where they are and offers practical ideas to improve everyday life. Her work is individualized and grounded in listening and collaboration. Sessions are shaped around what each person needs in the moment and over time.
Her practice draws mainly from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Mindfulness practices are also part of her approach; she is a qualified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction instructor and uses simple mindfulness exercises when helpful.
Christine has spent years in a hospital setting and has worked in outpatient behavioral health since 2019. She began providing telehealth counseling in March 2020 and also teaches as an adjunct professor. That mix of clinical and teaching work informs how she explains tools and supports skill building.
People can expect a calm, steady clinician who values clear explanations and practical steps. She aims to walk alongside clients as they face current challenges and adapt strategies to fit their daily lives.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the person leads the conversation and the therapist reflects and clarifies. It helps when someone needs empathy, validation, and someone to listen as they sort things out.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches practical ways to notice difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that match personal values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions where taking small value-based steps matters. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress. It can help with overwhelming stress and strong emotional reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with clients about what feels most useful and try methods that match a person’s goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process that can change as needs shift.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce commuting time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid camera use when someone prefers phone or audio-only options. Licensed professionals can guide how to use the chosen approach in the setting that works best for everyday life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Christine focus on?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, parenting strain, and coping with life changes. She also supports people dealing with trauma, compassion fatigue, chronic illness, and gender-related concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on listening first and then offering clear, practical ideas. Sessions emphasize skills, mindfulness, and real-life application.
What is her clinical background?
She has 20 years of experience, including work in a hospital setting and in outpatient behavioral health since 2019. She also teaches as an adjunct professor.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LMHC credential and is licensed in New York. Her practice is based in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact session pricing is provided when scheduling.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on therapist availability.
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