Christy Birgen
LPC, LMFT; Owner/Clinical Director
Christy wholeheartedly believes that God created us as relational beings. As such, when our relationships are not well, we are not well. We are healthy and able to live a life that thrives when we feel safe, known, and loved by others. Yet, sin is in the world and we are fallen humans, which means sometimes our relationships are not all that we hope they can be.
Her approach to therapy is grounded in the emotional human experience, with a Christian framework. Christy's style combines the science of attachment theory, the power of emotion as a change agent, and integration of psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions. She views counseling as a safe place of acceptance and compassion where client and therapist work together to bring the client back to their personal and relational place of hope and well-being.
Christy is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, which is considered the Gold standard for couples therapy.
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Abi Bryant
Graduate Student Counselor
Abi has been with the practice since January this year as she completes her practicum and internship requirements for her Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Clients love her warmth, genuineness, and care. Abi meets with Christy on a weekly basis for supervision as she learns, seeks guidance, and grows as a counselor.
Abi has a passion for families in ministry, special needs families, and relationships. Her approach to therapy pulls from systemic and person-centered approaches to therapy, with a Christian background. She believes that each person was created in a unique and individual way by God, and our experiences through family, community, and relationships shapes who we are. She views therapy as a safe and comfortable environment in which the client and therapist work towards peace and hope.
Abi works with couples, individuals, and families. She also offers free premarital counseling.
If you would like to meet with Abi, contact us today!
Cara Charanza
LMFT-Associate
Cara's approach to counseling is systemic and grounded in attachment theory, a Christian worldview, and the power of emotions that serve as our compass. She believes each person is unique, created by God, highly valued, and can overcome hardships, pain, and despair.
Cara's focus and passion is relationships. Pulling from attachment theory, Cara knows that humans are created for connection and our emotions, unlike our thoughts, never lie to us. Emotions orient us to our present experience. In your time together, Cara will work collaboratively with you to explore how thoughts, beliefs, and emotions impact personal well-being and the health of relationships.
Cara works with individuals, couples, families, and teens with anxiety, betrayal trauma, depression, grief, life adjustment, and more. Cara's goal is to come alongside her clients in their journey toward a brighter tomorrow.
Cara is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, which is considered the Gold standard for couples
Alyssa Reeves
LPC-Associate
Alyssa's approach to counseling incorporates insights from her faith and background as a former Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist. She will work collaboratively with you to identify and developing your unique coping skills and strategies to regulate your nervous system. Efforts will focus on building the resilience necessary for you to lead a life of connection—to yourself, to God, to your significant other, to family, and to your community.
As Alyssa's client, you can expect compassionate care for your concerns and needs, coupled with a commitment to championing your healing and wholeness through a trauma-informed approach. She treats clients with anxiety, depression, anxiety, grief, poor coping skills, and emotional disturbance. She has a special interest in working with issues regarding women's health, autoimmune conditions, fertility issues. Alyssa works with couples and individuals age 18 and above.
Alyssa is supervised by Crystal Brashears, LPC-S
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