- Stress and anxiety
- Guilt and shame
- Relationship issues
About Christopher
Dr. Christopher Nickson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Tennessee with eight years of clinical experience. He works with adults on common struggles such as stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns, and names areas like grief, trauma and intimacy-related issues among his focus.
He explains things plainly in sessions and aims to make it easy to talk about difficult feelings. He invites people to bring whatever they are dealing with and to move at a pace that feels manageable.
In practice he helps clients sort through guilt and shame alongside related topics like forgiveness and self-esteem. Conversations often cover how past events continue to affect everyday decisions, and practical steps for handling painful emotions in the moment.
Dr. Nickson also addresses life transitions, anger, jealousy, and questions about life purpose and self-love. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on specific problems and to build clearer ways of responding to triggers and setbacks.
People who choose his work can expect straightforward discussion and collaborative planning for next steps. To begin, the usual process is a short questionnaire and then scheduling an initial session to see if the style and goals fit.
How evidence-based techniques are used in online sessions
Dr. Nickson uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to structure sessions in ways that help people manage symptoms and understand patterns. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real-life evidence to reduce anxiety and persistent guilt. Another approach emphasizes skills practice - learning concrete ways to respond to anger, intrusive memories, or self-critical thoughts so daily functioning improves. Choosing the best approach is part of the work together. He will review your concerns, goals, and preferences, and then suggest techniques to try. That recommendation is collaborative and can be adjusted as you learn what helps. The online format can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by saving travel time or allowing a shorter check-in between appointments. The original biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm the available formats before booking. Many people find that remote sessions help them keep therapy consistent alongside work, family, and other commitments.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and relationship concerns. Additional focuses include guilt and shame, forgiveness, jealousy, and self-esteem.
How would he describe his approach in sessions?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and keeps discussion plain and practical. Sessions focus on talking through feelings and planning concrete next steps.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns. That experience includes work with stress, anxiety, and relationship issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Tennessee. His practice is located in Tennessee.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to be sure they meet your needs.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on your chosen plan and locale.
What is the first step to start therapy with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That begins the intake and matching process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.