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Thea Cristwell-Butler, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Thea is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Thea. View 12 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas and Florida

Recent reviews

I absolutely LOVE having Thea as my therapist!!! She truly listens to me, and collaborates with me to create goals for me each week!!! I feel a change in my thought process and my energy!!! People close to me have seen a positive change in me as well!! She's very down to earth and I look forward to our sessions each week!!!

Reviewed May 2024

everything has been great

Reviewed April 2024

More about Thea

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC, LMHC

Hello, I'm Thea Cristwell-Butler, I have a Master's of Arts degree in Professional Counselor from Webster University, and I am currently working on earning my Doctorate degree from Liberty University in Community Care and Counseling. I primarily use Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment, Client-centered Therapy, and Narrative Therapy when working with my clients. I have worked over 10 years with non-profit agencies, school settings, and community settings. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and small groups. I have helped my clients work through issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, mood disorders, and poor coping skills. If you are going through a difficult time and need help stabilizing your emotions, thoughts, and behavior, I can help.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Grief Parenting issues Depression Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Avoidant personality Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Commitment issues Control issues Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Thea Cristwell-Butler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891964474.

  • LPC · Texas · 83857 · Expires March 2026
  • LMHC · Florida · MH10540 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Thea Cristwell-Butler

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

12 reviews

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I absolutely LOVE having Thea as my therapist!!! She truly listens to me, and collaborates with me to create goals for me each week!!! I feel a change in my thought process and my energy!!! People close to me have seen a positive change in me as well!! She's very down to earth and I look forward to our sessions each week!!!

Reviewed May 2024

everything has been great

Reviewed April 2024

Thea is amazing I highly recommend her. She seems to be the best therapist I have had in my years of counseling.

Reviewed September 2021

I have found Thea to be a compassionate therapist! She makes me feel at ease and I have found that we share some things in common. I feel like she understands me and I have a sounding board.

Reviewed December 2023

Thea is really an awesome Therapist to work with! Her approach to discussions are unlike any that I've experienced before. She truly listens and tries to understand your perspective before walking you through the scenario. She really has made the process welcoming and smooth.

Reviewed August 2023

Thea really helped me overcome some of the stress and anxiety I was feeling after my dad passed away. She helped me navigate grief in a way I never would have been able to without her help. I feel like she was an amazing choice.

Reviewed December 2022

I’ve had such a great experience with my therapist and the app in general. I already have recommended better help to someone and they signed up and love it too. I’m very appreciative for my therapist and the access I get through the app. Texting between appointments has been so helpful. I wish everybody could have the experience I’ve had. My therapist really understands me and is perfectly suited for me and I never would have met her without the app. I have done therapy for 20 years and the experience I’ve had with better help has changed the way I feel like therapy has to be. I found the perfect therapist for me and the app is so easy to use. I couldn’t be happier with this experience so far.

Reviewed June 2022

Thea is a gem of a woman who takes time to really get to the basics and fundamentals of what you are struggling with to build on your mental and emotional and spiritual health. She would be a fantastic therapist for anyone in my opinion with her attention to detail and warmth but specifically is a huge find as a Christian based therapist who knows the bibles well and applies that to building you up and reminding you the truths about who you are and how wonderfully and purposefully you were made. I think she is amazing.

Reviewed April 2022

Thea is a really understanding therapist. I really am enjoying my time with her working with her, I have worked with her for many months now. She has helped me to understand how I should deal with certain issues in my life that I could not understand before alone without therapy. I am dealing with a lot of anger issues, and unresolved issues with family, patterns with family members that are hard to break and she has helped me to break this down and what active ways I can deal with this. She is a great listener and I am still continuing my journey to betterment with her.

Reviewed December 2021

Ms Thea is able to hear the felt need and start there to ensure that working towards resolution is effective and efficient. She is understanding and fair, and helps you to understand areas of yourself you may need to concentrate on more.

Reviewed November 2021

Thea is so helpful in walking me through conflicts and struggles. She guides me to discover things on my own by reframing in ways I may not have considered.

Reviewed November 2021

Really enjoy her and she makes me feel very comfortable

Reviewed September 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Thea Cristwell-Butler offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Thea Cristwell-Butler works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Thea Cristwell-Butler speak?

Thea Cristwell-Butler speaks English.

How many years of experience does Thea Cristwell-Butler have?

Thea Cristwell-Butler has 12 years of experience.

Where is Thea Cristwell-Butler licensed to practice?

Thea Cristwell-Butler is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida.

Does Thea Cristwell-Butler accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Thea Cristwell-Butler does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Thea Cristwell-Butler offer?

Thea Cristwell-Butler offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Thea Cristwell-Butler?

Thea Cristwell-Butler can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Thea Cristwell-Butler?

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