- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin
- Grief and loss
About Christina
Christina "Chrissie" Keynes is an ACA counsellor in Australia with five years of experience. She works with adults and students on stress, anxiety, family concerns, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes. Chrissie focuses on practical skills that help people manage emotions and day-to-day pressures.
She aims to help clients develop better emotional regulation and stronger self-confidence. Sessions often include talking through current problems and learning small, actionable strategies to reduce worry. Chrissie also supports people who are managing grief, loss and major life transitions.
Many clients come because patterns from their family of origin still affect how they relate to others. Chrissie helps people identify those patterns and consider different ways of responding. She also works with issues such as attachment concerns, codependency and communication problems.
Chrissie has experience supporting people facing chronic illness, caregiver stress, ageing and end-of-life concerns, and the practical pressures these bring. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to focus on what helps in daily life rather than jargon or theory.
Outside work she spends time walking with her husky and being with her family and two children. To start with Chrissie asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session so they can talk about immediate needs and practical next steps.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Christie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in clear, practical ways. One common approach is cognitive-style work that looks at unhelpful thoughts and tests them against real-life evidence; this can reduce worry and repetitive anxious thinking. Another approach focuses on building emotional regulation skills, teaching short practices and routines people can use when stress rises to manage feelings more effectively.Finding the right approach is part of the first sessions. The therapist will work together with the client to choose methods that suit the person's goals, day-to-day routine and preferences. That collaborative process means approaches can be adjusted over time if something is not working.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking. The main practical benefit of remote work is fitting therapy into busy lives - it can save travel time, make it easier to schedule a short check-in during a workday, or allow people to attend from different locations. Different formats also let people pick options that suit their energy levels, whether they prefer a camera conversation or a shorter phone-style check-in.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, family concerns, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as attachment and codependency.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and conversational sessions that focus on emotional regulation and small behavioural steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of experience working as a counsellor with adults and students.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed as ACA and practises in Australia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to discuss immediate needs and next steps.
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