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Christina Ashby, LCSW

  • Experience12 years
  • LocationTexas
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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About Christina

Christina Ashby is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 12 years of experience who supports people managing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, and ADHD.

Background and approach

She draws on a long history of working with individuals, couples, and families, helping clients recognize personal strengths and build practical skills to move forward. Christina integrates clients' spiritual beliefs into care when desired, aiming for a holistic approach that honors each person's values and life context.

Her work is collaborative and down-to-earth, focused on meeting people where they are and guiding them through the messy, sometimes nonlinear process of change. Christina uses evidence-informed methods to address issues like addiction, intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, workplace conflicts, and self-esteem struggles.

She emphasizes empowerment and practical coping strategies so clients can take active steps toward healthier relationships and greater emotional balance.

Approaches That Guide Online Sessions

Christina frequently draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop concrete skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies when emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness are central concerns. In couples or relationship-focused work she incorporates elements of the Gottman Method to strengthen communication and address conflict patterns.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. She will work with each client to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and comfort level, and adapt techniques over time as progress and preferences emerge. The emphasis is on practical tools that clients can use between sessions as well as within them.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make scheduling more flexible for people balancing work, family, and other commitments. These formats support continuity of care and allow clients to access licensed professionals from their own environments while tailoring session styles to what feels most effective for them.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Christina commonly address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, ADHD, intimacy-related concerns, and self esteem.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is collaborative and strengths-focused, meeting clients where they are and emphasizing practical skills and empowerment to support meaningful life changes.
What is her professional background and experience?
She is a licensed clinical social worker with 12 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families across a variety of concerns.
What credentials and licensure does she hold and where is she based?
She holds the credential LCSW and is licensed in Texas under TX LCSW 65346 and in Oregon under OR LCSW L15358, and practices from Texas.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Services are offered in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for therapy?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How is cost structured for sessions?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that may be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

CodependencyDependent personalityDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameInfidelityJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPhobiasSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodImago Relationship TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Texas, Oregon

Languages

English

What Christina can help with

Christina Ashby works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and depression.

Christina works with individuals, families, and couples.

How Christina approaches therapy

Christina's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Imago Relationship Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Christina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Texas, with 12 years of clinical experience.

Therapy style

Christina aims to help them understand their strengths.