Therapist profile
Christina Rydeen, LPC, LCPC
LPC and LCPC - stress and family concerns
Continue with ChristinaAbout
- ACT methods
- CBT techniques
- Emotion-focused work
About Christina
Christina Rydeen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Missouri with 14 years of experience. She helps adults who are struggling with stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, low self-esteem, depression, relationship strain, family concerns, trauma, grief, and other life changes. Christina also focuses on ADHD, compassion fatigue, and mood challenges.
Her sessions are straightforward and centered on what matters most to the person in front of her. She listens without judging and encourages honest talk about thoughts and feelings. Christina aims to help people notice what gets in the way of their goals and to try new ways of responding in daily life.
She draws on methods from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy. That mix is used to help people clarify values, test new behaviors, and improve emotional connection and communication. Practical skills and short exercises are used in session so clients can practice between meetings.
Christina has experience across care settings and brings 14 years of clinical work to conversations about coping, motivation, and long-term change. She supports people working through caregiving strain, body image and attachment concerns, chronic illness stress, and separation or divorce issues. Her approach is steady and pragmatic, aimed at helping adults manage current problems and move toward clearer priorities.
If you are an English speaker in Missouri thinking about starting therapy, Christina can explain how she works and what to expect in an initial appointment.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify what matters to them and take actions that match those values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and struggles with motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thought patterns and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful habits; it is commonly used for anxiety, mood disorders, and managing stress.Finding the right method is part of the work. Christina will discuss these approaches with each person and decide together which methods fit goals and preferences. That collaborative planning means methods can change as needs evolve and progress is reviewed.
Session logistics should be checked before booking because the profile does not list specific formats. Confirm which session types are offered and then plan around your week. Online sessions can help fit therapy into childcare routines, a work break, or a quieter hour at home. They also make it easier to keep brief check-ins when schedules are tight. The focus is on practical ways to use therapy skills in everyday life rather than on a particular delivery method.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Missouri, Kansas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma, grief, and related issues listed in her profile.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Her style is client-centered and practical. She uses evidence-informed methods to help people try new behaviors and manage emotions.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 14 years of professional experience working in clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LPC and LCPC credentials and is licensed in Missouri; the profile lists Missouri as her location.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session format options before booking, as the profile does not specify which formats are offered.
How does payment or cost work?
Cost varies with location, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time according to the service terms.
How do I begin if I want to meet with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, fill out the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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