Cristina TIPPET MSW, LSMW

Integrative Recovery & Harm Reduction Specialist

Hi! My name is Cristina, and I am excited you are here! I have a passion for working with individuals to find their passion in life and removing blocks that are keeping them from being their most awesome self. I have experience working as a therapist at a crisis response center, domestic violence center, and in a school setting. For the past five years I have worked with young adults to help them overcome feelings of depression and anxiety, deal with their substance use and addiction, and learn ways to be more intimate and connected in their relationships. I specialize in individual and group settings.

I utilize a collaborative therapy style, implementing modalities such as cbt, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic techniques. There is no “one size fits all” treatment approach, and I use a client centered approach to determine what combination of modalities are right for you. During our sessions, I will help you safely explore your thoughts and feelings, discover new perspectives and develop more effective coping strategies. Through this process, I will assist you in uncovering your insights, bringing to the light the person you are meant to be. 

I believe in treating the individual as a whole- body, mind, and spirit. By using a holistic approach we will explore spiritual principles such as acceptance, hope, and willingness. Meditation and mindfulness practices will allow you to meet each moment with acceptance and clarity. I invite you to express your beliefs and values, without the fear of being judged or shamed. I believe that everyone possesses their own keys to freedom, and I am here to help you learn the skills needed to access them. 

“No one has ever found themselves without being a little lost” - Sai Pradeep