Christina Benboudiaf , LMHC

Christina Benboudiaf is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with five years of clinical experience. She has worked with survivors of assault and abuse, individuals affected by human trafficking, people struggling with problematic substance use, and clients across a range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. Her practice also includes work with clients who identify as LGBTQ and those navigating relationship, family, grief, and life transition challenges.

Christina’s counseling style is rooted in compassion, authenticity, and a nonjudgmental stance. Much of her work draws on mindfulness-based techniques to help clients build awareness and regulation skills. She integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) elements as appropriate, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs and goals.

Christina views each client as the expert of their own life and positions herself as a supportive guide who helps address problematic life areas and promotes practical improvements in daily functioning. She recognizes that seeking help requires courage and welcomes the opportunity to offer a respectful, empowering space for clients who want to work toward greater well-being.

Approaches in Online Therapy and How They Help

Christina draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based techniques when working with clients online. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, genuine listening, and acceptance, helping people explore their values and make choices that align with their goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and practical skills for managing stress, reducing reactivity, and improving emotional regulation.

Determining the right approach is a collaborative process. Christina works with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and then adjusts methods accordingly so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video calls, by phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to access care around work, family, and travel commitments, and allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent support in formats that suit different lifestyles and comfort levels.