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Christiane Wilson-Dunlap

Practical, relational therapy for growth

LMFT Nevada

Experience
10 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method
Languages
English

About Christiane

Christiane Wilson-Dunlap is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Nevada who focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.

Background and approach

She brings ten years of clinical experience and a history of working across levels of care with mental health and substance use concerns. Christiane emphasizes a practical, strengths-based approach that balances acceptance of current realities with steps toward growth and improved well-being.

Her style blends evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with relational perspectives to help clients clarify values, improve communication, and develop coping skills. She also integrates mindfulness and trauma-informed techniques as appropriate, and uses motivational strategies to encourage sustainable change.

Christiane frames therapy as a collaborative process aimed at self-discovery and empowerment, guiding clients toward meaningful progress and a sense of personal achievement. Christiane is licensed in Nevada and holds additional licensure in Arizona.

She offers services in English and supports clients through multiple remote session formats to accommodate different schedules and needs. Prospective clients are invited to begin by completing a short matching questionnaire to connect and schedule according to availability.

Online approaches that meet you where you are

Christiane commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more balanced, practical alternatives; this approach is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management. She also draws on the Gottman Method when relationship patterns and communication are central concerns, offering structured strategies to improve interaction and resolve conflicts. Mindfulness Therapy is incorporated as well to build present-moment awareness and emotion regulation skills that complement cognitive and relational work.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Christiane frames this as a collaborative decision. She will work with each client to explore goals, preferences, and needs, then recommend or blend methods that fit the situation rather than relying on a single technique.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to attend sessions from varied locations and on different schedules. These formats support ongoing work between sessions and allow for flexible ways to practice skills, check in on progress, and stay connected to a licensed professional without requiring travel.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Christiane work with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, along with related topics like postpartum concerns, adoption and foster care matters, and family of origin issues.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside mindfulness, trauma-focused methods, Motivational Interviewing, and the Gottman Method when relevant to the client’s goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings ten years of experience working in mental health and substance use across various levels of care, applying that background to individualized treatment planning.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Nevada and holds licensure in Arizona as well, with license numbers NV LMFT 4486 and AZ LMFT LMFT-16260.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does she provide?
She offers several remote formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are costs and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved to begin therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Family of origin issuesFamily problemsIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Nevada, Arizona

Languages

English