Cristan Steimel, LPC

Cristan Steimel, LPC, helps people facing relationship strain, parenting stress, anxiety, depression, and the fallout from trauma and grief. She also supports those coping with chronic illness, ADHD, caregiving burdens, and major life changes. Her approach aims to give practical tools and steady emotional support so daily life becomes easier to manage.

Clients can expect straightforward conversation and concrete strategies. Cristan blends client-centered listening with goal-focused work. She draws on cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused approaches to tailor sessions to each person's needs.

She has five years of professional experience practicing in Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC. That background includes working with people affected by chronic pain, neurodiversity such as autism and ADHD, and the stresses that come with caregiving or blended family dynamics.

Sessions often center on building coping skills, managing stress, and improving communication around intimacy and family roles. Cristan also helps people address compassion fatigue and find purpose after loss or major change.

The work is collaborative and paced to the individual's goals. Expect a mix of short-term problem solving and longer-term skill building aimed at practical changes for daily functioning.

How Cristan’s Methods Translate to Online Therapy

Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening carefully and following the client's lead to set goals and priorities. It helps when someone wants a therapist who responds to their needs and values their lived experience.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and for managing symptoms that affect daily routines.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus. It can support people coping with chronic illness, pain, or emotional overwhelm.

Finding the best approach is a shared process. Cristan discusses options, tries techniques together, and adjusts the plan based on what is helpful. The goal is to align methods with the person’s needs, goals, and preferences in an ongoing way.

Confirm the specific session formats before booking since they are not listed here. Many people appreciate online work because it can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins between busy commitments. Online sessions can also let someone use quieter surroundings, lower bandwidth options, or off-camera check-ins when that better fits their day.