- Focus on sleep
- CBT and client-centered
- Mississippi based
About Christopher
Christopher Thrift is a Licensed Professional Counselor with eight years of experience in clinical work. He works in Mississippi and helps people who are facing addictions, mood concerns such as bipolar disorder and depression, stress and anxiety, and problems with sleep and rest. He aims to make the first step feel doable for someone who is worried or overwhelmed.
Christopher builds a calm space where people can talk without judgment. Sessions are aimed at letting someone lay out what feels most urgent and what they want to change. He draws on clear, practical techniques and open listening to help people take manageable steps forward.
He uses client-centered methods to follow each person's pace and priorities. He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify unhelpful thinking and develop new habits that support better mood and sleep. These approaches are used to address topics like relationships, anger, grief, parenting stresses, and work or career concerns.
Christopher has worked with people dealing with trauma, compulsive behaviors, process addictions, and obsessive or compulsive patterns. He also helps people with fatherhood issues, veteran and armed forces concerns, and men’s issues when those topics arise in sessions.
People who choose him can expect straightforward conversation, practical strategies, and help making changes that fit everyday life. Prospective clients are encouraged to follow the site process to match with him and schedule an initial appointment.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. The therapist creates a space where the person sets priorities, and the session moves at a comfortable pace. This approach helps when someone needs to talk through difficult feelings or decide what matters most to work on.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. It uses practical exercises and small experiments to change unhelpful patterns that affect mood and sleep. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, insomnia, and compulsive behaviors.
Finding the right approach is part of the work and is decided together. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. This collaborative process makes sure sessions fit the person's needs and preferences.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing appointments from more locations. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or sessions that better match a workday break. The profile does not list specific session formats here, so confirm which formats are offered before booking to match practical needs.
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Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Christopher work with?
He helps people facing addictions, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, anger, sleep difficulties, grief, and life changes among other concerns.
How does he approach therapy during sessions?
Sessions combine client-centered listening with practical cognitive behavioral techniques to identify patterns and build new coping habits.
What is his professional background?
He has eight years of professional experience working with a range of clinical concerns including trauma, process addictions, and mood disorders.
Where is he licensed and based?
He holds an MS LPC credential and practices in Mississippi.
Can people who live outside the US work with him?
International clients are accepted and sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.