Christina Boyd (She/her)

My approach is eclectic and centered on collaboratively building a strong therapeutic relationship. I bring a presence that is validating, curious, and honest. I invite clients to go deeper into explorations of their felt experience in the body, mind, and spirit. We also look systemically at how cultural/social factors impact our relationships with ourselves and others. I honor each person’s unique voice and offer a nonjudgmental space in which to express yourself and tell your story. I was born and raised in the Bay Area, and recently moved to Chicago. I have a background in the arts, a B.A. in Sociology and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology. Before starting my private practice, I worked at a community mental health agency supporting young children and families in crisis. I have also worked at an elder care facility with individuals living with dementia and their families.

Many people turn to therapy wanting to gain deeper insight about the past, while others wish for more concrete ways to move forward. I believe both approaches are valuable, and I tend to integrate both in my practice. I can offer tools for coping with distressing experiences such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress/burnout, or bodily symptoms. I also provide a safe, honest environment in which to explore some of the root causes of these symptoms, including childhood trauma, social forces, or unresolved grief. I am committed to acknowledging and learning from intersectional differences in a spirit of curiosity and solidarity. I offer a sliding scale in order to make my services more accessible, and advocate for increased diversity in - and access to - mental health services.