Shing Chin (Alice) Ginkens , LPCC, LPC

Shing Chin (Alice) Ginkens brings a steady, compassionate presence to people working through family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, mood concerns, and anger management. She has been engaged in this professional work since 2002 and became licensed in Oklahoma in 2005, building a practice that centers respect, sensitivity, and empathy for each person she sees.

Ginkens believes that seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and she focuses on supporting and empowering clients as they take that first step. Through open dialogue she develops individualized treatment plans that address each person’s unique needs and goals. She holds LPCC and LPC credentials - LPCC stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - indicating formal training and state licensure to provide mental health care.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Ginkens draws on a mix of evidence-informed approaches to help clients meet their goals. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and learning practical skills to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that matter - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors through structured exercises and skill building - it is often used for depression, anxiety, and anger management. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that works with the brain’s natural processing to reduce the intensity of distressing memories and reactions, supporting recovery from abuse and traumatic events.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and she works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions can blend techniques as appropriate and evolve over time.

Online therapy offers flexible, accessible ways to meet with a licensed professional. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow clients to choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort level, making it easier to maintain continuity of care during periods of change or busy routines.