I believe in the power of therapy to
transform lives and heal hearts.

Monica DiCristina helps individuals and couples gain freedom from past and present unproductive patterns and reestablish emotional safety and connection in their relationships. 

Since she entered the counseling profession more than 10 years ago, she has worked to bring both passion and a commitment to professional excellence to each therapy session. She wholeheartedly believes in creating a safe and trusted environment to facilitate lasting change.

Research shows that the strength of the therapeutic relationship is the greatest indicator of a positive outcome for clients, and Monica’s counseling style reflects this truth. Her work is rooted in building authentic connection, trust, and in-depth collaboration. She seeks to treat the whole person in the full context of his or her life, relationships, family, and community. 

Monica’s practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. She is now accepting clients for virtual sessions. She would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey to emotional growth and freedom.

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Credentials

 

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Monica is a graduate of Davidson College and has a Master’s degree in Counseling from Gordon-Cornwell Theological Seminary. She is a member of the Licensed Professional Counselors of GA and the American Counseling Association.

Clinical Training and Certifications

  • Certified in Level II Restoration Therapy

  • Certified in Level I Restoration Therapy

  • Externship, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy

  • Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator 

  • Resident, Metropolitan Counseling Service, 07-08

  • In-depth study and training in Attachment Theory, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy

Individual Therapy

Monica helps adult individuals gain freedom from past and present unproductive patterns. Her areas of specialty include: 

 

  • Identity and vocation

  • Balance/Self-care

  • Questions of faith and doubt

  • Faith community

  • Life stage transitions

  • Boundaries and relationships

  • Family of origin

  • Relational wounding

  • Creativity

  • Identity Issues

  • Self Esteem/Self Worth

  • Shame

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

  • Finding Purpose

  • Grief

Couples Therapy

Monica assists couples as they establish or reestablish emotional safety and connection in their relationships. Her areas of specialty include:

 

Dating Couples

  • Relationship struggles

  • Examining fit

Engaged Couples

  • Prepare/Enrich Premarital Counseling

  • Couples counseling during engagement

Married Couples

  • Mending hurting relationships

  • Facilitating connection

  • Understanding your partner

  • Getting unstuck from old patterns

  • Communication