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Cristina Peck

Therapist
12 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

My approach is warm, direct, and deeply practical. I believe that people do their best when they understand themselves, feel supported, and have clear steps they can follow. I combine EMDR, Gottman Method, IFS-informed therapy, and mindfulness to help clients build emotional regulation, improve communication, and reduce overwhelm.

I specialize in working with neurodivergent adults and couples—especially those with ADHD or high-functioning autism—who often feel misunderstood, overstimulated, or stuck. I focus on reducing shame, strengthening self-awareness, and helping clients use their strengths to create meaningful change.

Clients often tell me they appreciate my structured guidance, compassionate honesty, and the way I make complex challenges feel manageable.

My approach to therapy

My approach is warm, direct, and practical. I believe people thrive when they feel understood and have clear, manageable steps to move forward. I integrate EMDR, Gottman Method, IFS-informed therapy, mindfulness, and structured strategies to support emotional regulation, communication, and executive functioning.

I specialize in working with neurodivergent adults and couples—especially those with ADHD or high-functioning autism—who often feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck. My work focuses on reducing shame, strengthening self-awareness, and helping clients use their strengths to create meaningful, lasting change.

Clients appreciate my compassionate honesty, structured guidance, and the way I make complex challenges feel more manageable.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, we’ll focus on getting to know you—what brings you in, what’s been challenging, and what you hope to change. I’ll ask thoughtful questions about your history, daily functioning, relationships, and any symptoms you’re experiencing. This helps me understand the full picture so I can support you effectively.

You can expect a warm, direct, and nonjudgmental space where you can talk openly. I’ll share initial impressions, outline how I can help, and begin identifying clear, manageable steps we can take together. If relevant, I may also discuss options like EMDR, mindfulness strategies, or ADHD assessment.

My goal in the first session is for you to leave feeling heard, understood, and hopeful—with a sense of direction and what our work together will look like.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Humorous, Warm, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    12 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at St. Edwards University
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Cigna, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Italian
  • Location
    12741 Research Boulevard suite 303
    Austin, TX 78759