Therapist profile
Daniel Christy, LPC
LPC counselor - family and parenting concerns
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- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Daniel
Daniel Christy is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) based in Missouri with 24 years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, depression, relationship strain, family concerns, grief, parenting pressures, career stress, and coping with life changes.
He keeps a laid-back manner in sessions and focuses on what matters most to the client. He listens first, then uses cognitive behavioral methods and mindfulness practices to help people notice patterns and try different responses. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused ideas may appear when someone is ready to make change.
Sessions are practical and conversational. People can bring specific problems like substance use or relationship tension or broader struggles such as lack of direction or compassion fatigue. Daniel helps people break issues into manageable steps and practices to try between meetings.
His background spans work with grief, end-of-life concerns, aging issues, first responder stress, and problems tied to divorce, abandonment, or chronic illness. This experience informs how he frames coping skills and planning discussions.
Clients can expect straightforward language and steady pacing in sessions. The emphasis is on clear strategies people can use at home, at work, and in parenting. To begin, follow the site’s matching and scheduling process to set a first appointment.
How sessions work
How Daniel uses approaches in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and responding to what the person says. The therapist focuses on the client’s concerns and reflects back what matters most so the person feels understood and can clarify goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses simple exercises and practice tasks to change unhelpful patterns that contribute to anxiety, low mood, or anger.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) contributes specific skills for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. These skills can be useful when stress or relationship strain leads to repeated conflicts.
Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust what they use based on how well things are working. That collaboration helps shape a practical plan that fits daily life.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the profile does not specify them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments around work, caregiving, or travel and can allow shorter check-ins or sessions that avoid commuting. A brief phone or video meeting can be used to review progress and plan next steps without requiring a full in-person visit.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of family or parenting concerns does he address?
He helps people manage parenting stress, family problems, grief after loss, and conflicts that affect household life.
How would you describe his style in sessions?
He uses a laid-back, conversational style and focuses on the concerns the person brings to the session.
How much experience does he have working with these issues?
He has 24 years of counseling experience that inform his approach to stress, addiction, grief, and family-related topics.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds an LPC credential and practices from Missouri.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He accepts international clients and offers sessions in English.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first appointment?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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