Christine Meland

My communication style

I am direct and open. I use language around connection, security, emotional self, and patterns of relating rather than clinical jargon. I use metaphors to describe phenomena, ask questions, and value reciprocity. I enjoy dialogue and listening to the process you're working through.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey began with my own pain and suffering and my quest to create meaning because of it. I believe in the human capacity to break free, find hope, and continue growing. We are not destined to repeat our family patterns. It is possible to be an agent of change in your own life and in your generational template.

My goals for you

I help clients reach goals by discovering their deepest longings—what the symptoms or pain are telling them they want. We focus on getting to know ourselves prior to symptoms and stress, then tap into longing and desire and look for gaps in our choices. We build a support network outside therapy that makes these goals sustainable.

Our first session

We will look for a connection and try to build our relationship. I will ask questions and try to unpack parts of your identity and struggle, then coalesce those things into tangible steps. Your goal should be to feel understood and like I have the capacity and expertise to really understand you.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Spiritual