Christy Blackwell
LMHC, MA


The best way to find out if this approach is for you is to schedule a free 30-minute consultation. Depending on your therapist’s availability, this consult may be held over the phone, via video, or in-person. Please call our office or fill out a contact form to schedule.

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Get to know Christy

As a kid, I moved around a lot—from Boston to South Florida—and those transitions shaped my deep appreciation for human connection, resilience, and the importance of feeling grounded. By the time I was 13, I knew in my heart that I wanted to become a therapist. My journey led me to the University of Central Florida, where I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Now, as a therapist, I help children, teens, adults, and couples navigate anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and relationship challenges. I believe everyone has the ability to create change in their lives—sometimes we just need a little extra support and space to figure out how. Whether you’re working through big emotions, struggling with communication, or feeling lost in a life transition, I provide a warm, collaborative approach to help you move forward with clarity.

Outside of therapy, I love spending time with my partner, Steve, and our dog, Nala, being out on the water boating or fishing, hiking new trails, or staying active at Orange Theory.

Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about helping you recognize the strengths you already have and learning how to navigate challenges with confidence. I’d love to support you on your journey.

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Christy’s Specialties

  • Anxiety & ADHD

  • Trauma / PTSD

  • Parent Coaching & Family Therapy

  • Relationship Challenges & Couples Counseling

  • Pre-Marital Counseling

  • Life Transitions & Stress Management

  • Group Therapy

  • Walk & Talk Therapy

Client Focus

  • Teens

  • Children

  • Adults

  • Couples

  • Families

  • Postpartum Mothers

Therapeutic Approach & Modalities

I believe in a client-led approach, where therapy is tailored to your personal journey. My work incorporates evidence-based, relational, and solution-focused techniques to help you build self-awareness, manage stress, and improve your relationships.

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Solution-Focused Therapy

  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy

  • SYMBIS Premarital Counseling

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Education & Specialized Training

  • A structured, evidence-based therapy that helps individuals process and heal from trauma, anxiety, and distressing memories by using guided eye movements to reduce emotional intensity.

  • A goal-oriented therapy that helps clients identify and reframe negative thought patterns, leading to healthier emotions and behaviors. It’s effective for anxiety, stress, and emotional regulation.

  • A research-based approach that helps couples strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connection.

  • A faith-based, research-driven assessment designed to help couples build a strong foundation for marriage through meaningful conversations and insights.

  • Addressing emotional well-being during pregnancy and postpartum.

Education

Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Central Florida

Graduate Certificate in Marriage, Couple and Family Therapy
 University of Central Florida