- Somatic focus
- Relationship support
- ACA counsellor
About Cristina
Cristina Jimenez is an ACA counsellor and psychotherapist who combines talk therapy with attention to the body. She brings five years' experience and a warm, compassionate presence to sessions. Cristina aims to create a sense of safety so people can explore painful experiences and grow at their own pace.
She sees adults for individual counselling and addresses issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma and interpersonal difficulties. Cristina also supports work on sexuality, intimacy and self-exploration. Her practice notes codependency, relationship stress and self-esteem as recurring areas she helps people untangle.
Cristina trained in dance movement therapy and has a strong somatic focus. That background helps her notice how emotions show up in the body and use movement or body awareness alongside conversation. She is also a beginning-level student in Somatic Experiencing Professional Training, which informs her somatic approach.
Sessions are offered in English and she is based in Australia. The biography also notes fluency in Spanish, which informs her cultural awareness, though the profile lists English as the session language. Cristina welcomes people of diverse backgrounds, including the LGBTIQ+ community.
Her style is collaborative and paced to each person's needs. Cristina asks questions, listens closely, and offers practical ways to manage stress and anxiety while exploring deeper patterns tied to relationships and past hurts.
Approaches that combine talking and body awareness
Cristina integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques with somatic methods. She uses conversational therapy to help people name feelings, identify patterns and develop coping skills for anxiety, depression and relationship stress. She also draws on dance movement therapy principles to notice how emotions appear in the body and to gently work with movement or breath as part of healing.Finding the right blend of approaches is a collaborative process. Cristina will discuss different ways of working and help decide which methods fit a person's needs, goals and comfort level. She encourages feedback so the approach can change as progress is made.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow check-ins from different locations. Cristina aims to shape sessions so they fit daily life while addressing stress, codependency, trauma and relationship concerns.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Listed on profile
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Cristina commonly help with?
Cristina works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties and self-esteem. Her additional focus areas include codependency, attachment concerns and body image.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm, present and collaborative. She blends conversation with attention to bodily experience and practical strategies to manage day-to-day stress.
What is her professional background?
She has five years' experience and is an ACA counsellor. Cristina also trained as a dance movement therapist and is a beginning-level student in Somatic Experiencing Professional Training.
Where is Cristina based and what credential does she hold?
She is based in Australia and holds ACA as her listed credential. This profile presents that credential without implying a licence.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. The biography notes fluency in Spanish, which contributes to cultural awareness.
Can international clients work with Cristina?
International clients are not currently accepted according to the provided information.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with Cristina?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.