Chris Goetz

Chris Goetz is an LPC based in Texas who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship struggles, trauma, and depression. She also supports people facing grief, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem issues, and concerns related to bipolar disorder. Chris commonly addresses issues like abandonment and attachment problems as part of her work. She brings sixteen years of clinical experience to sessions and draws on several therapeutic approaches. Her style centers on listening carefully and adapting to each person's needs. She uses clear, practical tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy alongside attachment-focused and client-centered methods. In the room, Chris focuses on uncovering the patterns that keep people stuck. She helps people name painful experiences, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and practice new ways of coping. Sessions include talk, gentle reflection, and skill-building exercises tailored to daily life. Her background includes substantial work with severe trauma, emotional abuse, co-occurring substance concerns, dissociative and personality-related difficulties, and complex mood disorders. She has experience supporting people who are navigating family-of-origin problems, divorce and separation, codependency, and caregiver stress. People describe her approach as direct but compassionate, aiming to reveal underlying issues and build practical strategies. To begin, she asks questions about current concerns and life context, then creates a plan that fits the person’s goals and pace.

How attachment work and skills translate to online care

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early bonds shape current relationships and self-view. In practice this means naming patterns from past relationships and trying new ways of connecting and trusting in present relationships. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on being heard and understood. A therapist follows the person's lead, reflects feelings, and helps them find their own solutions to problems like grief, emptiness, or relationship strain. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) gives concrete steps to change upsetting thoughts and behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and managing mood shifts by building practical strategies for daily life. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and comfort. Plans often combine listening, skill practice, and gentle exploration to make change feel manageable. Confirm current online session options before booking if you need a specific format. Many people find online work helps fit therapy into busy schedules, makes it easier to attend regular sessions, and lets them practice skills between meetings. Talk with the therapist about what would fit your routine and how sessions can be shaped to match your life.