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Christine Colon, LPC(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
New Jersey
Anxiety - Depression-Self-esteem- Trauma-Guilt-Trust issues-

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Professional statement

Christine Colon is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who works with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, family conflict, and emotional stress. She is especially passionate about supporting teens and young adults who may be struggling with self-esteem, identity development, relationship challenges, school-related stress, or the effects of past traumatic experiences. Christine creates a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe exploring difficult emotions while building healthier coping skills and stronger self-awareness.

Christine uses a trauma-informed and collaborative approach to therapy that is tailored to each client’s individual needs and goals. Her therapeutic style combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), strengths-based therapy, person-centered techniques, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused interventions. She believes therapy should feel empowering and practical, helping clients better understand their emotions, improve communication, and develop tools they can use in everyday life. Christine works to build strong therapeutic relationships grounded in trust, empathy, and authenticity.

In addition to her clinical work, Christine has extensive experience supporting youth and families within educational settings. As a school counselor, she has worked closely with students facing academic, behavioral, emotional, and social challenges, giving her a deeper understanding of the pressures many children and adolescents experience both inside and outside the classroom. Her background in school counseling and mental health allows her to collaborate effectively with families, schools, and outside providers when appropriate to support clients holistically.

Christine offers both in-person and telehealth therapy sessions to provide flexibility and accessibility for clients across New Jersey. She strives to create a warm and welcoming therapeutic space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their healing journey. Whether someone is beginning therapy for the first time or returning to treatment after time away, Christine works alongside each client to help them move toward growth, balance, and emotional well-being.


Message to clients

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if this is your first experience reaching out for support. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself without fear of judgment. I believe therapy should feel collaborative, supportive, and empowering, and I work closely with each client to better understand their experiences, strengths, and goals. You do not have to have everything figured out before beginning therapy — sometimes the hardest part is simply taking the first step.

I strive to help clients feel heard, validated, and supported while also providing practical tools to navigate life’s challenges. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, emotional overwhelm, or major life transitions, I want therapy to be a place where healing and growth feel possible. I understand that vulnerability can be difficult, so I approach each session with empathy, authenticity, and patience.

My hope for every client is that they leave therapy feeling more confident in themselves, more connected to their emotions, and better equipped to manage the challenges they face. Therapy is not about being perfect — it is about creating meaningful change at your own pace while feeling supported throughout the process.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 7 years

HES, Therapist, 2021 - 2026

Saint Peter's University, Master's in School Counseling, 2019

Licensure

New Jersey: 37PC01209800

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Guilt - Developing an understanding of the role that guilt plays in one’s daily life and exploring its origins; learning the coping skills needed to move past this guilt and feel confident in difficult situations

Trust issues - Developing an understanding of one’s trust issues, including their origins and how they impact relationships; learning effective communication and conflict management skills; growing one’s relationship through bonding activities and open dialogue




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Carelon
  • Cigna
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Independence Blue Cross

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$120 (60min)

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