Christy Sutton

My name is Christy Sutton and I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I received my master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2015 from Argosy University, a CACREP accredited program in mental health counseling. I am also a National Certified Counselor through the National Board of Certified Counselors. I have completed my coursework and currently writing my dissertation to obtain a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision.

My theoretical approach is client-centered and utilizes evidence-based practices to support, encourage, educate, and empower her clients. My approach is collaborative in identifying goals and addressing them using strategies that work best for you. Collaboration plays an important role as we work together to increase awareness, communication, personal growth, and healing within yourself and your relationships. I believe it is important to focus on my client’s strengths to assist them in identifying coping strategies to address cognitive distortions and negative behaviors. I utilize multiple evidence-based therapeutic techniques while emphasizing the importance of self-care creating a healthier and happier lifestyle.

My experience over the last seven years has provided me with opportunities of pursuing and exploring my passion of assisting others using individual, family, and group therapies in various locations including home-based, school-based, community-based, and traditional clinical settings. I have experience working with children and adolescents, ages 5-18, and adults of all ages from diverse backgrounds, including couples, and families. I have worked with people dealing with trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, and mood disorders. For many years I worked with individuals and families involved with the Department of Child Services, parole, and probation. My experience has provided me with opportunities in serving, directly engaging, and assisting individuals with a wide range of mental health needs in the development of skills to manage emotionally distressing situations and creating a positive life perspective. I incorporate faith into my counseling when it is mutually important to those I am counseling. I look forward to the opportunity of working with you!