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Christina Chykirda, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Christina is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Christina. View 15 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Connecticut

Recent reviews

Very nice and understanding. Makes me feel better about what i go through every day. No judgements, and very kind.

Reviewed May 2024

Christina is very caring and helpful. She fully understands me, and never makes me feel bad about anything Ive shared with her.

Reviewed December 2023

More about Christina

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Hello there! My name is Christina and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in CT. I have been in the mental health field for 9 years and in the customer service field for over 15 years. I have a vast range of experience in different settings with all different types of clients. My experience includes working in: inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient. I have worked with many different types of issues/and disorders such as: depression; anxiety (obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, social anxiety, phobias, and panic disorder); posttraumiatic stress disorder; trauma; veterans; grief and loss; bipolar; schizophrenia; attentive deficit hyperactive disorder; personality disorders; anger challenges; impulse control challenges; gambling; substance abuse; kleptomania; eating disorders; sex offenders; domestic violence; life transition challenges; and interpersonal relationship challenges.

Life can be very challenging and don't we all just wanna feel understood, validated, and supported? My therapy style is empathic, non-judgmental, supportive, and interactive. I like to work collaboratively with my clients to identify goals and work together to achieve them by assigning homework. I provide education on topics/disorders when the client does not have knowledge of it in attempts for them to gain more awareness into themselves to live a better quality of life. If we don’t understand something then how can we work on improving it?! I use a combination of approaches such as: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, strength-based therapy, and reality-based therapy. I believe therapy is a journey and if you are to really benefit from it, it should not be comfortable. With that said, another approach of mine is to challenge and encourage clients to face their fears and work through their difficult emotions/challenges without turning to unhealthy coping skills. This is not an easy task but I will do whatever I can to help support you and help in your journey to attain a better quality of life!

I look forward to chatting and working with you. Godspeed!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Eating disorders Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Attachment issues Avoidant personality Body image Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Christina Chykirda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922515055.

  • LPC · Connecticut · 004112 · Expires December 2024

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Christina Chykirda

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

15 reviews

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Clients mention: Helpful Excellent Caring Easy Great Amazing Anxiety Comfortable Knowledgeable Recommend

Very nice and understanding. Makes me feel better about what i go through every day. No judgements, and very kind.

Reviewed May 2024

Christina is very caring and helpful. She fully understands me, and never makes me feel bad about anything Ive shared with her.

Reviewed December 2023

Amazing therapist!

Reviewed November 2022

I only met with my therapist one time for a half hour so it’s a little soon to judge but as a person that has never been to a therapist before I felt very comfortable and that means a lot. Thank you

Reviewed May 2022

It would be nice to be able to block the same time each week for a meeting.

Reviewed May 2022

She got the chops!

Reviewed April 2022

Christina is very easy to communicate with about not so easy topics to talk about. Very comforting. She addresses problems with an outside looking in perspective that helps. It is just what I needed, and long overdue.

Reviewed December 2021

Christina is excellent!

Reviewed November 2021

First session. She listened to me. No judgement from her. Looking to see how it goes.

Reviewed November 2021

Christina is an excellent counselor. She has been very helpful with my needs. Cheers me up just talking with her.

Reviewed June 2021

Christina does an excellent job of listening and then providing healthy feedback. She has been a huge help to me in my battle with anxiety.

Reviewed May 2021

She's been great! She sent some "homework " for me and it has made me reflect on my daily routine

Reviewed March 2021

Christina has been very helpful and very caring and compassionate. I dont get that at home, so it is very delightful to have someone to talk to that actually cares. I would strongly recommend her to anyone who needs help.

Reviewed February 2021

I have been working with Christina for only a short time but she has already been able to form a great connection with me. Having cPTSD, I have many issues with trust and opening up fully. Not to mention the only therapy experiences I had prior were very uncomfortable and overall negative experiences. What she lists as her specialties are not fluff- she is very knowledgeable and is also able to apply her knowledge in ways that really help. If this were eBay I'd leave this as her rating: "A++++++ THERAPIST- FULLY RECOMMENDED

Reviewed November 2020

I have really enjoyed my sessions thus far and have found them to be helpful but I have not had enough sessions to provide a fully informed review yet.

Reviewed September 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Christina Chykirda offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Christina Chykirda works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Christina Chykirda speak?

Christina Chykirda speaks English.

How many years of experience does Christina Chykirda have?

Christina Chykirda has 10 years of experience.

Where is Christina Chykirda licensed to practice?

Christina Chykirda is licensed to practice in Connecticut.

Does Christina Chykirda accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Christina Chykirda does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Christina Chykirda offer?

Christina Chykirda offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Christina Chykirda?

Christina Chykirda can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Christina Chykirda?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.