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Christy Bell

At a glance

Experience
12 years
Based in
Georgia
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

TherapistGeorgia

Christy Bell, LPC

Compassionate counselor focusing on practical growth

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License and NPI on record

CredentialStateNumber
LPC Georgia LPC009159

NPI1902208655

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and grief
  • Identity and coping

About Christy

Christy Bell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and low self-esteem. She aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through difficult moments and make practical changes. Christy writes plainly, offers steady support, and brings a down-to-earth approach to sessions.

She often uses plain tools and real-life examples to build coping skills. Sessions can include conversation, problem-solving, and exercises tailored to each person’s situation. Christy also draws on creative activities like roleplaying or game-based prompts when they help clients connect with their goals.

Her background includes 12 years of practice helping people with relationship concerns, parenting stress, career transitions, and substance-related difficulties. She also supports people working through identity questions, attachment challenges, and compassion fatigue. Christy describes her work as affirming and inclusive, and she names LGBT concerns among her focus areas.

Christy uses several therapeutic approaches to match different needs, including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral methods, dialectical behavior skills, existential reflection, and Jungian ideas. She favors practical strategies that people can use between sessions to manage symptoms and move toward stated goals.

She provides services in Georgia and conducts sessions in English. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to Christy’s availability. The subscription model used for sessions can be canceled at any time.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Georgia

Languages

English

How different approaches guide online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. The therapist follows the person's lead, reflects what they say, and helps them find their own solutions. This approach helps people who want a supportive place to sort out feelings and make decisions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses straightforward exercises to change unhelpful thinking and practice new behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, adds skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better communication when emotions run high.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels useful. They will try methods that fit the problem and adjust those strategies over time based on what helps most.

For practical online therapy matters, confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can tailor exercises, homework, and session pacing to match a person’s daily life and commitments, helping therapy feel manageable and relevant.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Christy help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, career concerns, depression, ADHD, and related challenges.

What is her style in sessions?

She takes a direct but supportive style, combining conversation, problem-solving, and practical exercises. She may use creative prompts like roleplay or game-based tools when helpful.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Christy has 12 years of experience working with a range of concerns including compassion fatigue, first responder issues, attachment and family of origin difficulties.

What credentials and region apply to her practice?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Georgia.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Christy?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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