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Online therapist

Daniel Christy

Calm, practical guidance for everyday struggles

Credentials
LPC
Experience
24 years
Licensed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Daniel

Daniel Christy is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self esteem, depression, relationship concerns, family issues, grief, parenting, career questions, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue. He has 24 years of experience and uses straightforward conversation to help people figure out next steps.

His style is relaxed and practical. Sessions begin with what matters most to the client. He listens, then offers tools drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness.

Background and approach

He also uses other approaches when they fit the problem and the person. In the room he aims to keep things simple and concrete. He helps people identify patterns, test small behavior changes, and practice skills between sessions.

He explains techniques in plain language and focuses on results that feel realistic for daily life. Daniel brings two decades of experience to common adult concerns like workplace stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, and substance use issues. He also addresses family problems, grief, end-of-life and hospice related matters, and caregiving or aging questions.

Clients can expect a collaborative tone that balances support with practical steps. Daniel works with each person to set goals and measure progress. He recognizes that starting therapy is difficult and aims to make the process manageable and clear.

Practical approaches for online support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting conversation. The therapist gives space for clients to describe what matters and then reflects understanding back to help clarify goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thought and behavior patterns and teaches concrete skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful habits. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches coping skills for intense emotions and helps with problem solving and emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Daniel collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their situation and goals. He will try practical techniques first and adjust based on what helps most for the client's daily life.

Online sessions can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match people's schedules. These options make it easier to keep regular appointments, practice skills between contacts, and get support without extra travel. The variety of formats lets clients pick what works best for their routine and comfort level.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist address?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self esteem, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting challenges, career transitions, and coping with life changes.
What is the therapeutic style like?
Sessions are described as laid-back and conversational. He listens first, then offers practical tools and homework to try between meetings.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 24 years of experience working with a range of adult concerns and life transitions.
What credentials and location does he hold?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor with credential MO LPC 2000172496 and practices in Missouri.
Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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