Christi Garner-Bragg

I specialize in helping people heal.

I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington I’m EMDR trained through EMDRIA. I bring that grounding into every session, along with a deep respect for how the nervous system shapes the way we think, feel, and show up.

My top areas of focus are trauma and PTSD, peak performance, and ADHD and peri/menopause. I also work with anxiety, depression, grief, addiction and substance use, chronic pain, codependency, and life transitions. I support clients with relationship concerns, including marital and premarital work, infidelity, betrayal, parenting, and peer relationships. I also work with sexual abuse, pregnancy, prenatal and postpartum concerns, sports performance, and women’s issues.

In our work together, you are the expert on your life, and I am your compassionate guide and fellow explorer. We'll move at your pace, especially when addressing trauma, ensuring you feel safe and in control of your healing journey. I'll gently hold space for your pain while helping you recognize your incredible resilience.

For trauma survivors, I'll carefully help you build a foundation of safety and stability first, honoring your readiness before we explore deeper healing. Using EMDR, we'll process difficult memories in a way that feels manageable and transformative. With DBT skills, you'll discover new ways to navigate overwhelming emotions. Through IFS, we'll get to know and care for all parts of yourself, even those you might have hidden away. And with somatic approaches, we'll tune into your body's wisdom when words fall short.

For women in perimenopause or menopause, I offer a haven where the complex symphony of hormonal shifts and their impact on your mental health is fully understood. Together, we'll navigate mood changes, anxiety, sleep challenges, and questions of identity with practical strategies and deep validation—never minimizing your experience.

I believe in empowering you with knowledge about your mind, body, and the therapeutic process itself. By understanding the "why" behind our approaches and the "how" of your own patterns, you become an active architect of your healing. This knowledge builds lasting skills that extend far beyond our sessions together.

When you step into our therapy space—whether virtual or in-person—you'll be greeted with warmth, authenticity, and genuine care. I create an environment where you can take a deep breath and simply be yourself. Imagine a place where every emotion is valid, where your experiences are met with compassion rather than judgment, and where your strengths are celebrated alongside your struggles.

Our journey won't always be linear—healing rarely is—but it will be meaningful, and sometimes even filled with unexpected moments of joy and discovery. I'll be right beside you through the valleys and peaks, celebrating each step forward and gently supporting you when the path feels challenging. Remember, you already have everything you need within you—my role is simply to help you uncover your innate wisdom and strength.