LPCTherapists

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

Calm, practical support for anxiety and life change

Christie Degraffenried, LPC

20 years in practice · based in Oklahoma · sessions in English · online only

CD Portrait of Christie Degraffenried

About Christie

Christie Degraffenried works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and life changes. She writes clearly and listens closely to help clients sort out feelings. Christie helps people develop practical coping skills and stronger self-esteem.

She offers steady support through panic attacks and times of loneliness. Christie has twenty years of experience as a licensed professional counselor - LPC - in Oklahoma. Her work centers on helping people understand their patterns and build resilience.

Explore online therapy options See what online therapy involves and what your next steps would be on BetterHelp.

Background and approach

Sessions often focus on concrete skills like communication, self-care, and ways to manage overwhelming thoughts. She pays attention to how everyday habits and relationships affect mood. Christie helps clients untangle difficult family dynamics and improve communication.

She also supports people who are searching for life purpose, struggling with forgiveness, or feeling isolated. In therapy she uses approaches grounded in evidence, explained in simple terms. Meetings include practical tools, short-term strategies, and space to process emotions.

Over time clients learn ways to handle panic, reduce social anxiety, and strengthen self-love. Christie aims to make therapy work for each person’s schedule and needs. Conversations are collaborative and paced to each individual.

People choose the goals, and she helps plan steps to reach them.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

Christie draws on practical, evidence-based techniques that focus on clear skills and coping strategies. One common approach teaches ways to challenge and reframe unhelpful thoughts so anxiety and low mood become easier to manage; it helps with panic attacks and social anxiety by changing how moments of fear are handled. Another approach emphasizes behavioral changes and activity planning to lift mood and increase motivation; this is useful for depression, isolation, and finding direction in life.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Christie works together with each person to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. The process mixes short-term tools and longer-term skills so it fits individual needs and preferences.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people with busy lives. Video calls let conversations feel closer to in-person meetings, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low, live chat supports shorter check-ins, and text messaging is useful for ongoing encouragement between sessions. These options help clients fit therapy into work, family, or school schedules while maintaining consistent progress.
Explore online therapy options See what online therapy involves and what your next steps would be on BetterHelp.

Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does Christie help with?

She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and life transitions. She also focuses on communication problems, self-esteem, and feelings of isolation.

How would you describe her approach in sessions?

Sessions mix practical skill-building with chances to talk through feelings. The work emphasizes clearer communication, coping strategies, and small steps toward goals.

What experience does she bring to therapy?

Christie brings twenty years of clinical experience working with people facing emotional and life-change challenges. That experience shapes how she helps clients set realistic goals.

Where is she licensed and practicing?

She holds an LPC credential - licensed professional counselor - and practices in Oklahoma.

Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?

Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

What formats are available for sessions?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I begin working with her?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.