Business Details
18 Years
experience
Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Durham, NC
Christina Sapien-Iezzi has been providing counseling services since 2008, dedicated to helping individuals navigate emotional challenges and achieve self-growth. Our practice utilizes a client-centered, strengths-based approach, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques to address depression, anxiety, and trauma. With over 12 years of experience working with adults, children, and adolescents, we tailor therapeutic methods to meet each clients unique needs. As a Latinx Spanish-speaking therapist, we emphasize cultural sensitivity and inclusivity, welcoming LGBTQIA+ clients and prioritizing social justice. Our focus is on empowering clients to unlearn harmful societal messages, develop emotional awareness, and build self-compassion.Located in Durham, NC, we offer both in-person and teletherapy sessions to accommodate diverse needs. Our practice extends to supporting parents in managing challenging parenting situations while helping children express emotions constructively. We believe in the inherent capacity for healing within every individual, supported by empathetic guidance. By combining professional expertise with personal insights as a mother of two, we bridge therapeutic strategies with real-world application. Our commitment to community equity reflects our dedication to fostering meaningful, authentic lives for all clients.
Services
Individual Counseling
Group Therapy
Creative Expression Therapy
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Mindfulness Techniques
Parent Support Sessions
Teletherapy Services
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of clinical mental health expertise.
- Our practice provides LGBTQIA+ inclusive, culturally sensitive therapy.
- We integrate evidence-based techniques like CBT and mindfulness.
- We specialize in working with children through creative expression.
- Our services address both individual and family emotional dynamics.
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored counseling sessions for adults to address emotional challenges, self-growth, and life transitions. We help clients develop self-awareness, unlearn harmful societal messages, and build coping strategies. Our approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to empower long-term healing.
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Specialized therapy for children and teens focusing on emotional regulation, communication skills, and confidence-building. Using art, books, and interactive tools, we help young clients express themselves constructively while supporting parents in managing behavioral challenges through evidence-based guidance.
Mindfulness Techniques
Guided mindfulness practices to enhance emotional awareness and stress management. Clients learn to observe thoughts without judgment, develop present-moment focus, and apply grounding techniques to reduce anxiety and improve overall well-being through personalized mindfulness-based interventions.
Creative Expression Therapy
Therapeutic sessions using art, writing, and creative exercises for non-verbal emotional expression. This approach helps clients access and process complex emotions when traditional communication feels challenging, fostering self-discovery and emotional release in a supportive environment.
Parent Support Sessions
Counseling services for parents navigating child-rearing challenges. We provide practical tools to manage behavioral issues, improve family communication, and maintain parental self-compassion while addressing childrens emotional needs within diverse family structures.
People
Christina Sapien-Iezzi
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Christina has 15+ years of experience in mental health counseling, specializing in trauma, depression, and family dynamics. She integrates culturally sensitive approaches for Latinx, LGBTQIA+, and diverse communities while incorporating mindfulness and creative therapies in her practice.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual counseling, child/adolescent therapy, mindfulness training, creative expression therapy, and parent support sessions adapted to each client's needs.
Are teletherapy services available?
Yes, we currently offer teletherapy sessions to accommodate client preferences and accessibility needs during and beyond the pandemic.
Do you work with LGBTQIA+ clients?
Absolutely, our practice is LGBTQIA+ inclusive and provides culturally sensitive counseling tailored to gender identity and sexual orientation needs.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, and creative expression methods, customized to each client's personality and healing journey.
How can parents benefit from your services?
We offer parent coaching to manage behavioral challenges, improve family communication, and maintain caregiver well-being through evidence-based strategies and emotional support.
Is cultural sensitivity part of your practice?
Yes, as a Latinx therapist, we prioritize cultural considerations in treatment planning and maintain inclusive practices for diverse racial, ethnic, and social backgrounds.
