- Stress and anxiety
- Loss and grief
- Self worth
About Bonnie
Bonnie Christensen is a licensed mental health counselor with 20 years of experience. She focuses on helping people who feel worn out from carrying too much. Her work centers on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and relationship concerns.
She often meets people who have been the dependable one for years. They may look capable but feel emotionally drained inside. Bonnie listens without judgment and helps sort out what’s most pressing so small steps can lead to steady change.
Her approach blends practical therapies that help you notice patterns and try new ways of coping. Sessions can include exercises to shift unhelpful thoughts, skills to manage intense feelings, and steps to reconnect with what matters to you. The focus is on what works in everyday life.
Bonnie draws on two decades of clinical work and personal experience with caregiving strains and life transitions. That background shapes how she helps people who are juggling responsibility, loss, or chronic stress. She makes space for both immediate relief and longer-term change.
If starting therapy feels uncertain, she aims to move at a pace that feels right. The early work is about understanding your priorities and picking concrete, manageable goals. The overall aim is to help you feel steadier, clearer, and more connected to your life again.
She often meets people who have been the dependable one for years. They may look capable but feel emotionally drained inside. Bonnie listens without judgment and helps sort out what’s most pressing so small steps can lead to steady change.
Her approach blends practical therapies that help you notice patterns and try new ways of coping. Sessions can include exercises to shift unhelpful thoughts, skills to manage intense feelings, and steps to reconnect with what matters to you. The focus is on what works in everyday life.
Bonnie draws on two decades of clinical work and personal experience with caregiving strains and life transitions. That background shapes how she helps people who are juggling responsibility, loss, or chronic stress. She makes space for both immediate relief and longer-term change.
If starting therapy feels uncertain, she aims to move at a pace that feels right. The early work is about understanding your priorities and picking concrete, manageable goals. The overall aim is to help you feel steadier, clearer, and more connected to your life again.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
How therapy approaches shape online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking small actions toward those values, even when difficult thoughts or feelings appear. It can help with anxiety, low motivation, and decisions that feel stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to change patterns that keep problems going. CBT is often useful for anxiety, depression, and overwhelming worry.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Bonnie will talk with you about your goals, try methods that match what you need, and adjust as you go. The process is collaborative - you and the therapist decide what feels most helpful.
For online sessions, confirm the specific formats offered before booking since they are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - it can reduce travel time, let you schedule sessions around work or caregiving, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people find video useful for face-to-face connection, while others prefer phone for a simpler setup or lower bandwidth. Discussing these options ahead of time helps pick what will work best for your routine and goals.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and relationship concerns, plus related issues like caregiving stress and body image.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions are practical and person-centered, combining tools to manage feelings with work on values and behavior change.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Bonnie brings 20 years of experience working with adults facing long-term stress, major life changes, and caregiving burdens.
What credentials and location should I know about?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, FL LMHC, and practices in Florida.
Are sessions available in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm the current session formats when you book, as specific formats are not listed here.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.