Dr. Christina Gonzalez , LPC, LMHC

Dr. Christina Gonzalez is a bilingual and bicultural mental health professional who brings more than 15 years of clinical experience to her work in Florida. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a state credential that authorizes the provision of psychotherapy and counseling services. Over the course of her career she has practiced in multiple countries, including Mexico, Germany, Japan, and regions of the United States, gaining a broad perspective on cultural and contextual influences in mental health.

Her experience spans a variety of clinical settings, with extensive work in community mental health, substance use and addictions treatment, child welfare, and with military and veteran populations. She has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, such as couples and relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, immigration-related stress, abuse and trauma, divorce and separation, and grief and loss. In addition, she has collaborated closely with the Marine Corps on force preservation and suicide prevention efforts and has provided services for other military branches both within the United States and overseas.

Her approach to counseling is warm, interactive, and grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and emphasizes practical, collaborative work to help people identify solutions and build resilience. Her clinical style blends cognitive-behavioral methods, humanistic perspectives, and mindfulness practices, integrating techniques learned from diverse cultural contexts to tailor care to each person’s needs. She works collaboratively with clients at every step of treatment to support their goals and foster meaningful change.

Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, she is committed to empowering individuals who are ready to make changes in their lives. She is prepared to provide steady professional support to those taking the first steps toward greater wellbeing and stronger coping.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?

Many people ask whether remote therapy can meet their needs. For a wide range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - online therapy offers a convenient alternative to traditional in-person care and often fits readily into everyday routines.

One of the main advantages is flexibility. Individuals can choose the mode of communication that feels most comfortable - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to access support from home, work, or while traveling. This flexibility can help integrate therapy into busy schedules and reduce barriers related to geography or time constraints.

Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and clients may change therapists if they are seeking a different fit. Many people find that remote sessions allow for consistent therapeutic work and progress through approaches adapted by therapists to the online setting.