LPC
Christina Gower, LPC
- Experience8 years
- LocationMissouri
- Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
- Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy
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About Christina
Christina Gower is an LPC based in Missouri who supports people managing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, grief, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem struggles, compassion fatigue, and concerns related to LGBT identity.
Background and approach
She brings an eclectic, person-focused approach that adapts to each client’s needs rather than applying a single method to everyone. Her practice emphasizes respect, warmth, and a nonjudgmental stance to help clients feel understood as they work toward change.
Her counseling draws on several evidence-informed approaches including cognitive behavioral strategies, acceptance and commitment techniques, dialectical behavior skills, mindfulness practices, and client-centered listening. With eight years of experience as a licensed professional counselor, Christina has supported people through both acute crises and ongoing life transitions, and she uses collaborative planning to tailor goals and interventions.
She encourages realistic steps and offers practical tools alongside exploration of values and meaning.
Approaches that translate well to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present. It often focuses on building psychological flexibility and can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which is helpful for mood symptoms, anxiety, sleep problems, and many day-to-day challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) incorporates skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness, and can be beneficial for intense emotions and chronic stress.Deciding which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to assess goals, preferences, and needs, then tailors a plan that may draw from ACT, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, or client-centered techniques. Clients are invited to give feedback so the approach can be adjusted over time.
Online sessions offer flexibility through video calls, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access care around work and life commitments. These formats support ongoing skill practice, regular check-ins, and timely support, while allowing licensed professionals to provide structured interventions and collaborative planning regardless of location.
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Experience
8+ years
Licensed
Missouri
Languages
English
What Christina can help with
Christina Gower works with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and depression.
Christina works with clients with concerns including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and personality disorders.
How Christina approaches therapy
Christina's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Experience and training
Christina is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Missouri.