Dr. Christina Gonzalez , LPC, LMHC

Dr. Christina Gonzalez is a bilingual and bicultural mental health professional licensed in Florida who brings 20 years of clinical experience to her work. She holds the credentials LPC and LMHC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and has practiced across a variety of settings, including community mental health, substance use and addiction services, child welfare, and work with military and veteran populations.

Her career has included international experience in Mexico, Germany, Japan, and the United States, and she has provided specialized support to the Marine Corps and other service branches in areas such as force preservation and suicide prevention. Over the years she has worked with people facing relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, immigration-related concerns, trauma and abuse, divorce and separation, grief and loss, and many other life stressors.

Dr. Gonzalez uses a warm, interactive counseling style grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, avoiding stigmatizing labels. Her approach integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness training, humanistic principles, and other techniques informed by multicultural perspectives gained through international practice. She individualizes care and collaborates with clients to set goals, build resilience, and develop practical skills for coping with change and challenge.

Those seeking to explore personal growth, healing after loss or trauma, improved relationships, or better management of stress and mood can expect a tailored, culturally aware approach that emphasizes empowerment and practical progress.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Dr. Christina Gonzalez draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide her online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, accept difficult emotions, and take committed steps toward a meaningful life - it is often used for stress, anxiety, and navigating life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship patterns shape current bonds and communication, offering a path for healing in couples, family work, and intimacy-related concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with everyday challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Gonzalez collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies over time as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure care is relevant and personally meaningful.

Online therapy with Dr. Gonzalez offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity during transitions, and receive consistent support from a therapist experienced in a wide range of concerns.