Christina Rydeen, LPC, LCPC

Christina Rydeen is a licensed counselor with LPC and LCPC credentials. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, anger, low self-esteem, depression, grief, and life changes such as midlife transitions. She aims to make starting therapy feel less overwhelming and to support clients through practical steps toward a more satisfying life.

Christina creates an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about difficult feelings. Conversations focus on immediate struggles and on what matters most to the client. She listens for patterns that get in the way of daily functioning and helps people try different ways of responding to tough situations.

Her approach draws on several proven methods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to notice and change thoughts and behaviors that worsen mood. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT, focuses on values and living a meaningful life even with hard emotions. Emotionally-Focused Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy guide the work toward understanding feelings and building clearer emotional responses.

Christina has 14 years of experience in counseling and holds licensure in Missouri as an LPC and in Kansas as an LCPC. She works with a wide range of concerns including trauma, ADHD, caregiver stress, chronic illness, relationship and communication problems, and questions about life purpose.

Sessions are conversational and practical. Clients can expect clear goals, simple tools to try between meetings, and regular check-ins on progress. The first contact begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling based on availability.

Therapeutic approaches and online care options

Christina uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors that improve daily mood and functioning. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and patterns that get in the way of goals.

She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, which helps people clarify personal values and take action even when difficult feelings are present. ACT can be helpful when life changes or a midlife transition raises questions about purpose and priorities.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Christina will work together with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Confirm current online session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Many people find remote work helpful because it makes scheduling easier, reduces travel time, and allows shorter check-ins when life is busy. Online sessions can also make it simpler to keep consistent appointments around work, caregiving, or medical needs.