Therapist profile
Christopher Thrift, LPC
LPC - Addictions and relationship concerns
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- Addictions work
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Parenting support
About Christopher
Christopher Thrift is an MS Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with eight years of clinical experience in Mississippi. He works with adults who are facing addictions, mood concerns such as bipolar disorder and depression, and stress or anxiety related to daily life and relationships. He also addresses parenting and family concerns, sleep problems, grief, and issues around self-esteem and purpose.
Christopher focuses on practical conversation. He listens to what is happening at home and at work, then helps people plan clear next steps. Sessions include time to talk through current triggers, try different ways of responding, and practice skills to manage mood and cravings.
His background is in settings where people bring problems tied to relationships and behavior. That experience informs how he helps people notice patterns and test small changes. He uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow each person's priorities and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going.
People seeking help for anger, process addictions, fatherhood issues, or difficulty after separation will find focused, practical work. Christopher also works with veterans and others who want help with coping strategies and everyday functioning.
His approach is straightforward and paced to what the client needs. Before a first meeting he asks about the immediate problem and goals, so the first session can focus on useful steps rather than paperwork.
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How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's concerns and priorities. In practice this means the therapist listens, follows what matters most to the client, and helps set goals the client chooses. It can help with relationship strain, fatherhood questions, and emotional overwhelm.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going. Sessions often include identifying unhelpful thoughts, testing them, and practicing different responses. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, anger, insomnia, and addictions-related behaviors.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try different methods, and adjust the plan together based on what helps most. That collaborative process guides whether more skills practice or open conversation is used.
The profile does not specify session formats, so please confirm which online options are currently offered before booking. Many people choose online therapy because it can fit into a workday, reduce travel time, and let them schedule shorter check-ins when needed. Online sessions can make it easier to keep regular appointments and to try therapeutic tools between meetings.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
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What concerns does he help with?
He works with addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, anger, parenting and family-related concerns, grief, sleep problems, and related issues such as process addiction and social anxiety.
How would he approach my problem?
He combines Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. That means sessions focus on your priorities and also on identifying thoughts and behaviors to change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of professional experience working in clinical settings before and during private practice.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds an MS and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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