Christina Basham, MA, LPC, NCC

Director of Operations | EMDR | Somatic Experiencing | Premarital Counseling | DBT-Informed

No one is so untouched by brokenness that they cannot benefit from counseling. And no one is so broken that they are beyond help. I long for people to not just survive, but to thrive.

Since 2008, I have served in a variety of settings helping others cope with life difficulties, heal from emotional wounds, and grow in understanding of themselves. With a passion for teaching, I have spoken at local, regional, and national conferences about topics involving emotional, spiritual, and mental health. I have enjoyed leading workshops and seminars for smaller, local organizations.

I am also a DBT skills trainer and run skills groups twice a year where clients can learn practical ways of managing emotional reactions in a class-like setting.

I primarily work with adolescents, adults, and couples who feel “stuck” and want to grow. In my office, you can expect me to create a safe space for you to be yourself without fear of judgment. You can trust I will empathically listen and gently question assumptions (when appropriate). I also believe there is value in a little playfulness and humor within the therapeutic relationship.

While I tend to draw heavily from cognitive behavioral, emotionally focused, and family systems models of therapy, I recognize that every person has a unique story and different needs. My ultimate desire is to work myself out of a job by having you reach your therapeutic goals. Whether you have been in counseling for years or you are thinking about counseling for the first time, I would be privileged to help you discover your dignity and live in confidence.

Education and Experience

• B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders, The University of Florida (Minor: Communication Studies)
• M.A. in Counseling, Covenant Theological Seminary
• Certified in Prepare-Enrich Couple Assessment for Pre-Marital Counseling
• Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Trained in Somatic Experiencing (SE)