Christy Forrister
Evidence-based support for individuals and families
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About
Christy Forrister is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), a state-licensed professional trained to support individuals and relationships, and she brings seven years of experience helping people move through difficult seasons with compassion, clinical skill, and hope. She works with individuals, children, adolescents, couples, and families, focusing on creating a supportive space where clients can feel listened to, respected, and understood.
Across a range of clinical settings, Christy has supported clients navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, divorce, family conflict, relationship strain, adoption-related concerns, and co-occurring mental health challenges. Because her own family was formed through adoption, she also brings personal insight into the identity, attachment, and relational dynamics that can arise in adoptive and blended family experiences.
Christy is attentive to cross-cultural and intercultural relationships, including the strengths and stressors that can show up in multicultural marriages and families. She pays close attention to differences in communication, family systems, identity development, and the process of cultural integration within relationships.
Her work is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She partners with clients to build on existing strengths, develop practical coping skills, strengthen communication, and support meaningful, lasting change.
As a Christian therapist, Christy believes each person has inherent worth, dignity, and purpose. When clients want faith included, she is glad to integrate biblical principles and Scripture into counseling. She also welcomes clients of all backgrounds and belief systems, offering a respectful, nonjudgmental approach that honors each person’s values. Whether the goal is personal growth, relational healing, support through transitions, attention to cultural or family dynamics, or spiritual integration, Christy is committed to walking alongside clients with wisdom, care, and practical guidance.
Across a range of clinical settings, Christy has supported clients navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, divorce, family conflict, relationship strain, adoption-related concerns, and co-occurring mental health challenges. Because her own family was formed through adoption, she also brings personal insight into the identity, attachment, and relational dynamics that can arise in adoptive and blended family experiences.
Christy is attentive to cross-cultural and intercultural relationships, including the strengths and stressors that can show up in multicultural marriages and families. She pays close attention to differences in communication, family systems, identity development, and the process of cultural integration within relationships.
Her work is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She partners with clients to build on existing strengths, develop practical coping skills, strengthen communication, and support meaningful, lasting change.
As a Christian therapist, Christy believes each person has inherent worth, dignity, and purpose. When clients want faith included, she is glad to integrate biblical principles and Scripture into counseling. She also welcomes clients of all backgrounds and belief systems, offering a respectful, nonjudgmental approach that honors each person’s values. Whether the goal is personal growth, relational healing, support through transitions, attention to cultural or family dynamics, or spiritual integration, Christy is committed to walking alongside clients with wisdom, care, and practical guidance.
- Location:
- California, United States
- Years Experience:
- 7
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Parenting issues, Depression, Coping with life changes
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: CA LMFT 106984
- NPI Number: 1821400136
- License: LMFT (California)
Evidence-Based Tools, Delivered Through Online Therapy
Christy Forrister uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients understand what is happening beneath the surface and build practical skills for day-to-day life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and it can be especially helpful when stress, anxiety, or depression begins to shape routines, relationships, or self-talk.Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) adapts CBT strategies for people impacted by trauma, offering a structured way to process difficult experiences while strengthening coping tools and emotional regulation. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills like distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can support clients who feel overwhelmed, reactive, or stuck in patterns that strain relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Christy collaborates with clients to clarify goals, identify strengths, and choose strategies that fit each person’s needs and preferences. The process is flexible, and sessions can adapt as circumstances change over time.
Online therapy can make support easier to access and maintain. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing care to fit into busy schedules and changing routines while still staying connected to a licensed professional.
How much experience does Christy Forrister have?
Christy Forrister has 7 years of experience.
Is Christy Forrister a licensed therapist?
Yes. Christy Forrister is licensed as an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). Her license is CA LMFT 106984.
In which languages does Christy Forrister provide therapy?
Christy Forrister provides therapy in English.
Where is Christy Forrister located?
Christy Forrister is located in California.
How can I work with Christy Forrister as my therapist?
You can work with Christy Forrister through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Christy Forrister work with international clients?
No. Christy Forrister does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Christy Forrister cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.