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- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Emotion-Focused work
- Mindfulness practice
About Christina
Dr. Christina Collins, LCMHC, is licensed in North Carolina and has 16 years of practice experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, LGBT issues, family and intimacy-related concerns, self-esteem, career questions, and compassion fatigue. Her approach combines Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, the Gottman Method, Client-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
Dr. Collins focuses on helping people notice their inner experience and build a steadier relationship with themselves. She guides clients to name feelings, understand attachment patterns, and strengthen emotional connection in relationships. Sessions tend to include reflective conversation and experiential exercises drawn from emotion-focused work.
She also supports people coping with physical illness, including cancer, and the grief and adjustment that often follow medical challenges. Caregiver stress and chronic pain or illness are listed areas of focus as well.
Her background includes a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Appalachian State University. Earlier undergraduate study was in theatre and English at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The LCMHC credential indicates her licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina.
In sessions she draws on attachment theory and emotion-focused techniques to address communication problems, family of origin issues, and intimacy-related struggles. She emphasizes awareness, relationship patterns, and practical steps people can use between appointments.
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How her approaches work in online sessions
Dr. Collins uses Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationship patterns shape present-day reactions. This approach helps people notice recurring connection styles and practice new ways of relating. Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on mapping emotions in real time and strengthening emotional bonds. It is often used for relationship distress and to increase emotional clarity.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflection so clients can make sense of their own experience. Together these approaches aim to build awareness, increase emotional regulation, and improve communication. The therapist will discuss which methods seem most useful and adapt the work based on a client’s goals and preferences.
Confirm the therapist's supported session formats before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule appointments around work or caregiving responsibilities and to keep shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find that remote sessions allow consistent progress while fitting therapy into everyday life, and the therapist will collaborate on what works best for session length and rhythm.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does she address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, LGBT issues, family and intimacy-related concerns, self-esteem, career matters, and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, the Gottman Method, Client-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Sessions include reflective conversation and experiential exercises.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 16 years of practice experience, having begun clinical work in 2009.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She holds the LCMHC credential and is licensed in North Carolina.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What are the session formats?
Current session formats are not specified here; please confirm available online and in-person options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.