Christine Bates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC/MHSP, BC-TMHI'm a Brainspotting therapist for MS, TN & FL. As minister, I provide spiritual direction through a Weight Inclusive /Weight Neutral lens.
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Grief and loss are a part of the human condition. Grief is typically considered to be brought on by the death of a loved one, but can also be triggered by any significant life-altering loss (such as a divorce or the loss of a job). Grief is a natural response to loss, but that doesn’t make it easy to deal with. Symptoms of grief may include sadness, loneliness, anger, denial, depression and a myriad of other thoughts and feelings. There is no “normal” amount of time for grief to pass, but if you find that your grief is not improving over time or that it is interfering with your everyday life, you may want to consider seeking professional help. A qualified grief counselor can help you to cope with the physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and cognitive responses to loss. Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s grief experts today.
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I work primarily with couples in varying levels of distress. If you have experienced infidelity, are in a relational crisis, struggle with a loss of connection, are enduring patterns of arguing which have exhausted you, or just feel hopeless in your relationship then I encourage you to reach out for help. Some areas for us to potentially work together on may include communication issues, a loss of intimacy, affairs, attachment struggles, trust, parenting, desire discrepancy, sex, and sexuality.
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"Is this really it?, Is this all there is?" Sounds a little too familiar? Life is feeling chaotic, unfulfilling, or just blah. Some days it feels like you have it together, some days it feels like one wrong move and everything is going to fall apart. Anxiety, self-doubt, and depression are all holding you back. You and I can work together to build a life worth living. We aren't looking for unattainable perfection. It's knowing that you will prevail even when life gets tough.
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While I provide therapy to people from all walks of life, the goals I collaborate in developing with clients are mainly focused on: LGBTQ+ and their families, gender identity following the WPATH Standards of Care, grief and loss, relationship issues, sexuality, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, addictions, HIV/AIDS, and spirituality. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families, including monogamous and polyamorous relationships, and alternative sexualities.
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My ideal client will be treated as an individual, acknowledging that your learning and healing process is unique. Our goals will be to make sense of your issues once we put all the pieces together. I am to work alongside you as an ally in your healing process, align with your needs, challenge you towards growth, and support your independence and openness. I hope to offer you some relief as soon as possible, so be ready to work, and have your sense of humor ready too!
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Do you feel alone in your relationship? Are your arguments on repeat? Maybe you find yourself in a place that’s “just fine,” but resentment builds with each misunderstanding. My compassionate and straightforward style helps couples collaborate to focus on solutions and re-ignite passion in the relationship. Every personal connection is unique and complex; I’m here to come alongside couples as they learn to truly understand each other.
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