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Christina Gordon

Illinois
Therapist
Manage Medications:
Practice at a Glance
SPECIALTIES
Autism +
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma + PTSD
Communication
Coping Skills
Friendships
STYLE
Gentle
Safe
Systematic
Reflective

About

Hi, I'm Christina Gordon, and I'm so glad you are here. You don't have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. I am passionate about creating a safe accomodating space where you can exhale, feel heard, and show up as your most authentic self without judgement or the pressure to fit a certain mold. I warmly welcome your unique way of experiencing the world. While I currently live in Georgia, I'm licensed in Illinois and dedicated to providing compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming, and individualized support.I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative and tailored to your specific strengths. Together, we can explore patterns, process difficult experiences, build supportive coping tools, and uncover the strengths you already possess. Whether you're navigating stress, anxiety, life transitions, executive functioning challenges or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to carry it alone.

Education & Licensure
Bachelor of Social Work, Southern Ilinois University Carbondale; Master of Social Work, Southern Ilinois University Carbondale.
Treatment Approach
What motivated you to specialize in working with autistic adults?

The core of my motivation is a deep respect for neurodiversity, paired with a passion for ensuring every autistic adult feels valued and empowered. I am continually inspired by the strengths and resilience of the autistic community, and my support is always tailored to honor your unique perspectives and experiences. I focus on helping you navigate challenges, highlight your existing strengths, and build the skills needed to enrich your daily life and relationships. I look forward to working with you toward a life where you feel fully understood, supported, and able to thrive.

How do you bring a strengths-based, affirming approach to your client work?

My affirming and strengths-based approach is a core commitment in my work, ensuring that every individual I partner with feels truly seen, valued, and empowered. This foundation is rooted in a deep respect for neurodiversity and a genuine passion for cultivating a space where you feel completely safe and supported. I am profoundly inspired by the unique strengths, perspectives, and resilience that define the autistic community, and I believe that each client possesses innate abilities that we can harness to navigate challenges and achieve personal goals. I actively listen to your experiences and validate your feelings, creating a safe space where you can express yourself authentically. My commitment is to provide support that fully honors your individual journey and experiences. By focusing on your strengths, we will work alongside each other to develop skills that enhance your daily life and relationships, building a life where you feel understood, supported, and completely free to thrive.

Practice at a Glance
SPECIALTIES
Autism +
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma + PTSD
Communication
Coping Skills
Friendships
STYLE
Gentle
Safe
Systematic
Reflective
Christina Gordon
Illinois
Therapist