Christie Alexander Trimmer , ACA

Christie Alexander Trimmer is a master's-qualified counsellor credentialed in Australia who brings more than 11 years of professional experience to her clinical work. She approaches therapeutic relationships with warm, curious attention and a steady belief in the resilience and creativity people draw on when managing challenges in both professional and personal life.

Over the years she has supported people facing trauma, addiction, relationship difficulties, depression, stress, and anxiety. She was a member of the inaugural team of therapists delivering the Matrix Program® - an internationally recognised intensive outpatient program for substance dependence that expanded treatment options in her state. That experience informs her work with clients navigating substance use and co-occurring concerns.

Christie uses a range of evidence-informed and trauma-aware strategies to help people build clarity, competence, courage, and connection. Her approach is tailored to each individual, focusing on restoring balance, meaning, and personal agency while fostering hope. She holds an ACA credential, indicating professional credentialing in Australia, and she prioritises respect, sensitivity, and compassion when shaping dialogue and treatment plans to meet specific client needs.

Approaches that guide online care and therapeutic choice

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, while encouraging actions that align with personal values; it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and situations that feel overwhelming. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding patterns of relating and emotional bonds formed across relationships, offering ways to heal connection difficulties and address attachment-related challenges in partnerships and family dynamics. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, which can reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and mood-related concerns.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself, and Christie collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines approaches thoughtfully and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds so treatment stays responsive and relevant.

Online therapy with Christie is delivered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to maximise flexibility and accessibility. These options allow people to engage in therapy around work, family, and life commitments while accessing licensed professionals and therapeutic tools that support practical change and emotional growth.