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Christina Cartagena, LPC

Compassionate LPC for relationships and resilience
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Relationship and family help
  • Attachment and self esteem

About Christina Cartagena

Christina Cartagena is a licensed therapist based in South Carolina who supports people facing complex emotional challenges. As an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), she focuses on concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress, and self-esteem, and she is particularly committed to working with young adults, women, and individuals coping with social anxiety, isolation, and relationship difficulties.

Her approach is compassionate and collaborative, aimed at helping clients build greater self-understanding and practical coping strategies. Christina emphasizes personal growth and healing from past experiences while helping clients increase resilience and strengthen connections with others. She draws on evidence-based practices to address issues like panic attacks, attachment challenges, workplace stress, and family dynamics.

Christina’s goal is to accompany clients through change, offering guidance and support as they develop healthier patterns and more meaningful relationships with themselves and others. She tailors therapeutic work to each person’s needs and goals, blending clinical techniques with a supportive therapeutic relationship to help clients move forward.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Christina Cartagena have?

Christina Cartagena has 3 years of experience as a therapist.

Is Christina Cartagena a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: SC LPC 8591.

In which languages does Christina Cartagena provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Christina Cartagena located?

Christina is located in South Carolina.

How can I work with Christina Cartagena as my therapist?

You can work with Christina Cartagena through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Christina Cartagena work with international clients?

Christina Cartagena does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Christina Cartagena 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.

Approaches for online therapy and relationship work

Christina Cartagena integrates several evidence-informed approaches to tailor therapy to each person's needs. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship patterns influence emotional responses and connections, and it can be helpful for attachment issues, intimacy-related concerns, and family dynamics. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration, allowing clients to guide the pace of their work while the therapist supports self-exploration and self-worth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic, and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Christina works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their goals, preferences, and presenting concerns. Together they experiment with strategies and adjust course as progress and needs evolve.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and location, making it easier to access regular support. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent care while meeting clients where they are, helping to maintain momentum and adapt treatment to everyday life.

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