Christen Thompson, LMHC
LMHC focused on addiction recovery and trauma care
- Addictions and trauma
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- Accepts international clients
About Christen Thompson
Christen Thompson, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Florida who specializes in supporting people through addiction recovery, trauma, relationship challenges, and a wide range of mood and behavioral concerns. She draws on personal experience with recovery after a history of cocaine addiction beginning in 1996, and that lived perspective informs a compassionate, empathetic approach to helping others find stability and greater self-awareness.
Her professional path into the addictions field began in 2004, when she worked as a Behavioral Health Technician. While completing her bachelor’s and later master's degree in counseling, she served as a graduate assistant at Lynn University and gained hands-on experience in several treatment settings across south Florida. Over time she earned licensure as an LMHC and continued to develop clinical and administrative skills, including designing a clinical curriculum for first responders that broadened her understanding of supervisory and programmatic roles.
Christen favors humanistic and client-centered methods while integrating evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person's needs. She has a particular passion for working with people affected by substance use and remains dedicated to ongoing growth in self-awareness and professional development. In addition to leading a substance abuse intensive outpatient program at the Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry, she also provides individual therapy that focuses on recovery, resilience, and achievable change.
Christen provides services in English and works with clients locally in Florida as well as with international clients. Her practice emphasizes practical coping strategies, connection, and the gradual building of skills that support meaningful, long-term recovery.
Her professional path into the addictions field began in 2004, when she worked as a Behavioral Health Technician. While completing her bachelor’s and later master's degree in counseling, she served as a graduate assistant at Lynn University and gained hands-on experience in several treatment settings across south Florida. Over time she earned licensure as an LMHC and continued to develop clinical and administrative skills, including designing a clinical curriculum for first responders that broadened her understanding of supervisory and programmatic roles.
Christen favors humanistic and client-centered methods while integrating evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person's needs. She has a particular passion for working with people affected by substance use and remains dedicated to ongoing growth in self-awareness and professional development. In addition to leading a substance abuse intensive outpatient program at the Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry, she also provides individual therapy that focuses on recovery, resilience, and achievable change.
Christen provides services in English and works with clients locally in Florida as well as with international clients. Her practice emphasizes practical coping strategies, connection, and the gradual building of skills that support meaningful, long-term recovery.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Christen Thompson have?
Christen Thompson has 9 years of professional experience in clinical work.
Is Christen Thompson a licensed therapist?
Yes. Christen Thompson holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: FL LMHC MH13843.
In which languages does Christen Thompson provide therapy?
Christen Thompson provides therapy in English.
Where is Christen Thompson located?
Christen Thompson is located in Florida.
How can I work with Christen Thompson as my therapist?
You can work with Christen Thompson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Christen Thompson work with international clients?
Yes, Christen Thompson works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Christen Thompson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Sessions Be a Good Fit for You?
Many people wonder whether online therapy can deliver meaningful support. For common challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.One of the key benefits of remote work is flexibility. Individuals can choose the format that best fits their needs and lifestyle - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to maintain consistency and integrate therapy into a busy schedule.
Therapists providing online care are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to seek a different provider if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, virtual sessions offer accessible, professional support that can be adapted to personal preferences and practical constraints.