Christopher Mabrey , LMHC

Christopher Mabrey is a licensed mental health professional in Indiana with more than 10 years of experience working as both a school counselor and a mental health therapist. He has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career transitions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and ADHD, and he has worked with many who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.

Christopher practices in an interactive, collaborative manner that emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion. He avoids stigmatizing labels and focuses on helping clients develop practical strategies and personal insight to move toward a more fulfilling life. His clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral methods with humanistic and eclectic perspectives, as well as elements of rational-emotive therapy, and he adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific needs.

LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a credential that indicates professional training and licensure to provide mental health care. Christopher encourages clients who are ready to make changes to take the first step and seeks to support and empower them through the process.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Christopher commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship and helping clients explore their values, goals, and strengths to find solutions that feel authentic. This approach can be helpful for people dealing with life transitions, self-esteem issues, and relational concerns.

He also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a skills-based method that identifies unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and teaches practical strategies for managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is often used to develop coping tools and measurable progress.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is another approach he may draw on when relationship patterns and emotional bonds are central concerns. EFT helps people and couples understand emotional responses and shift interaction patterns to improve connection and resolve conflicts.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Christopher works with clients to evaluate their needs, goals, and preferences and tailors the treatment plan over time so the chosen methods align with what the client hopes to achieve.

Online therapy offers flexible options for connecting with licensed professionals, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and allow continuity of care across distances while supporting consistent, goal-focused work.