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Christina Rydeen

Calm, practical support for navigating life’s challenges

LPC, LCPC Missouri

Experience
14 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English

About Christina

Christina Rydeen is a licensed counselor with LPC and LCPC credentials who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem concerns, depression, relationship and family difficulties, trauma, grief, eating issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other life transitions.

Background and approach

She also addresses related concerns such as attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication challenges, control issues, divorce and separation, and isolation. Christina combines practical strategies with empathy to help clients manage symptoms and clarify values.

Her approach emphasizes collaboration and emotional safety, inviting clients to explore thoughts and feelings without judgment. Christina uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered and emotionally-focused methods to tailor support to each person’s needs.

Over 14 years of clinical work she has refined ways to help clients build coping skills, improve communication, and pursue meaningful change. Licensed in Missouri with experience in Kansas as well, she frames therapy as a process in which small steps accumulate into stronger resilience and clearer direction.

Christina aims to meet clients where they are, supporting them through practical skill-building and compassionate listening as they work toward greater well-being.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Access

Christina draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and practice concrete skills for managing symptoms and improving daily functioning. She also integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support values-driven action and to develop new ways of relating to difficult emotions and internal experiences. These approaches are suited to concerns like anxiety, mood difficulties, substance-related struggles, and stress brought on by life changes.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process; Christina works with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and situation. She tailors interventions over time, combining practical techniques and empathic exploration so clients can test what helps and adjust the plan as needed.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it possible to maintain continuity of care from home or work, fit sessions into busy lives, and access regular support without needing to travel.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Christina commonly support?
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and grief, eating problems, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style blends practical skill-building with empathic listening, creating an open space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and try new coping strategies.
What is her professional background and experience?
She has 14 years of professional experience working in counseling and related clinical settings, helping people manage mood, behavior, and relationship challenges.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She holds LPC and LCPC credentials and is licensed with MO LPC 2011004897 and KS LCPC LCPC 03769, and practices in Missouri.
Which languages does she use in sessions and does she accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for working together?
Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that may be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Missouri, Kansas

Languages

English