- Guilt and shame
- ACT and CBT
- Mindfulness tools
About Christen
Christen Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Christen also helps people dealing with issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness, communication problems, substance use, forgiveness, and feelings of guilt and shame.
Her approach is straightforward and conversational. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on practical steps a person can try between meetings. She uses methods from cognitive behavioral therapy to notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas help people clarify personal values and take action that matters to them.
Mindfulness techniques are offered to reduce reactivity and build tolerance for difficult emotions. Motivational Interviewing may be used when someone is weighing change or trying to strengthen their motivation. Client-Centered Therapy principles guide how she listens and responds during conversations.
Christen adapts the pace to each person. She aims to keep sessions direct and understandable. The focus is on workable tools and clear goals rather than jargon.
People often come for help with guilt, shame, and relationship strain. Christen invites practical problem solving and steady skill-building so people can face daily demands with more clarity. If you want to explore next steps, follow the site's scheduling process to book an initial session.
Therapeutic approaches and how they translate online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name what matters to them and take small steps toward those values even when feelings are hard. Online sessions can focus on clarifying values and planning practical actions to try between appointments.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In remote sessions, CBT work often involves identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing small behavioral experiments or new routines between meetings.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and the therapist's response to what the client brings. That approach guides how the therapist engages in conversation and supports a collaborative tone over video or phone.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. Christen will help figure out which methods fit a person's goals and preferences, and she adjusts methods as needed. The process is collaborative and practical, focusing on what helps in day-to-day life.
Session format options should be confirmed before booking. Check the site's matching and scheduling steps to see which formats are currently offered. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into work, caregiving, or medical schedules, and some formats make shorter check-ins or camera-off conversations possible when that is helpful.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, and depression. Additional focuses include guilt and shame, attachment and abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, substance issues, and communication problems.
How would she approach feelings of guilt or shame?
She uses a mix of approaches such as cognitive behavioral ideas to notice patterns and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and action. Mindfulness practices can also be used to reduce reactivity to painful emotions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of professional experience working in clinical settings. That experience includes work with trauma, relationship strain, and mood concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Louisiana. Sessions are provided from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available for scheduling. The site matching process will list the formats you can choose from.
How are fees handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To get started, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.