WELCOME
I'm so glad you're here. If you've found my page, there's a good chance you've been thinking about starting therapy for a while. Taking that first step is often the hardest, and yes, it can feel a little uncomfortable. I often tell my clients that growth begins just outside of our comfort zones.
The unknown can feel intimidating, especially when you're not sure what to expect from the therapy process. And if we're being honest, it can also feel pretty vulnerable to start that journey with someone you've never met. So, allow me to introduce myself...
Hi, I'm Christine!
I'm a licensed therapist and the founder of Greenlight Counseling. I earned my Bachelor's in Social Work from East Carolina University and my Master's in Social Work from UNC-Chapel Hill, and since then, my passion for this work has only grown.
Over the past decade, I've had the privilege of working with individuals and families in healthcare, community mental health, and private practice settings. Though the situations varied, the core of the work remained the same. Creating safety, building trust, and helping people find steadiness in the midst of uncertainty.
MY PHILOSOPHY
I believe meaningful growth begins with feeling present, safe, and connected to yourself. When we strengthen this connection, we gain a deeper understanding of how our experiences shape our perspective and create space for greater awareness, self-compassion, and intentional choices.
My goal in therapy is to help you build grounding and resilience so you can approach life’s challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and trust in yourself. Through our therapeutic relationship, we will work together to reconnect with your inner wisdom and create a life that feels meaningful, authentic, and aligned with who you are.
MY APPROACH
My approach combines genuine warmth with clear guidance, creating a space where you can show up exactly as you are without judgment or pressure. I balance supportive counseling and empathy with honest, compassionate feedback to help you gain clarity, find direction, and move toward growth.
My primary training is in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which blend together nicely by integrating values-based work with practical coping skills, all through a mindfulness-informed lens.
In My Free Time...
I enjoy reading, going to concerts and college basketball games, trying out new workout classes, talking about anything pop culture, playing the daily New York Times games while sipping a warm coffee, and spending time with friends and family. When I’m not out and about, I like to soak up quality time with my husband and our dog, Bella.
