Last edited 05/10/2022
Cynthia ChristianLMHC
LMHC
Accepting New Clients
Get To Know Me
What do you view as a key component of the therapeutic relationship?
One of the most important components of the therapeutic relationship is the development of trust. A client needs to feel heard and understood and a therapist needs to validate their feelings and be non-judgmental. This fosters a space where a client can share what is on their mind and heart without fear of repercussions and provides the opportunity to process and work through what brought them to therapy.
In what ways do your life philosophy and treatment philosophy overlap?
I believe in being kind and seeing the goodness in others, in having compassion and empathy. Our humanity connects us through common experiences - we all have to navigate our teen years, leave home, perhaps get married and have children, take care of our aging parents, deal with grief and loss. My treatment philosophy focuses on identifying a client’s strengths, their support systems and resources, their interests and abilities. These strengths provide the foundation upon which strategies and skills can be built to improve a person’s sense of self and confidence to deal with whatever is going on in their life.
What does success look like in therapy? How will a client know that they are making progress?
In the initial stages of therapy, a client will develop treatment goals on what they would like to change in their lives. The client will also envision what that will look like once it is achieved. Over time, we will reflect back together on those goals and talk about progress or shifts in feelings and perspectives and whether or not they feel they have met their goal.
Learn more about my:
Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietyCaregiver stress & supportCoping Skills
General Expertise
Loss/GriefSelf-EsteemAdoption & foster careArtists' mental healthAttachment issuesChild mental healthCommunication issuesDevelopmental disordersLife transitionsPanic attacks & panic disorderParenting issuesPostpartum depressionPregnancy, perinatal, & postpartum issues
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesArt TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Brief TherapyExpressive Arts Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
CignaUMRUnitedHealthCare (UHC)All Savers InsuranceHarvard Pilgrim HealthcareOscar HealthOxford Health Plans
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
| First Session: | $100 |
| Individual Therapy: | $100 |
Professional Background
LicensureMassachusetts, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, 9263
Education
Master of Arts in Expressive Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Work HistoryI have worked in Community Mental Health with children, adolescents and adults. During my time there, I became interested in infant mental health and shifted my focus to preventative interventions. I transitioned into Early Intervention to work with the birth to 3 population, which involves strengthening the parent/child relationship through strategies designed to support attachment, attunement, communication, parenting and overall development. I also counseled parents going through a variety of challenges - from anxiety, depression, stress, postpartum depression, marital stress, health concerns, divorce, grief and loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Cynthia Christian, LMHC, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Cynthia Christian accepting new clients?
Yes, Cynthia Christian is accepting new clients.
Does Cynthia Christian accept insurance?
Yes, Cynthia Christian accepts insurance, including All Savers Insurance, Cigna, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare, Oscar Health, Oxford Health Plans, UMR and UnitedHealthCare (UHC).
What types of therapy does Cynthia Christian offer?
Cynthia Christian offers therapy for individuals.
Does Cynthia Christian offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in Massachusetts can book Cynthia Christian for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Cynthia Christian offer online therapy?
Yes, Cynthia Christian offers online therapy to people in Massachusetts.
How quickly can I see Cynthia Christian?
Cynthia Christian typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Cynthia Christian speak?
Cynthia Christian conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Cynthia Christian online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Cynthia Christian online using Choosing Therapy’s directory.
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