Kathy Christie

Kathy Christie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Providence, Rhode Island. She is dually licensed in RI and MA and specializes in working with young adults and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery. Kathy also supports folks navigating general life transitions, often creating relational, physical, and emotional challenges.

While she believes the therapeutic relationship is central to therapy, her approach is integrative and rooted in Brain Based, Trauma Informed methods. This means that in addition to Humanistic and Cognitive/Behavioral techniques, Kathy employs methods that address the negative effects trauma and adversity have on our nervous system, impairing how we see ourselves and the environments we live in. Together, we will re-establish a sense of safety and agency in how you live, play, and interact with the world. She will help you tap into the connection of mind and body and employ methods designed to create a more regulated and resilient nervous system--nurturing full processing of experience and allowing clarity in our purpose and ambitions. Kathy is also trained in EMDR to aid clients in unblocking memories that get 'stuck' in our nervous systems, leading to more rapid healing and recovery.

Kathy has a special interest in the use of exercise as an adjunct to traditional therapy techniques fostering optimal physical and mental well-being. In addition to her advanced degree in Counseling, she has a background in physical fitness and health promotion which provides a solid foundation in designing comprehensive treatment plans. Prior to her current position, Kathy has experience working in schools, agencies, residential programs, and wilderness programs. She has an MS in Community Mental Health Counseling and a BS in Business Administration and Accounting. When not working, you will find her exploring the outdoors, weight lifting, doing yoga, gardening or hanging out with family.