Christopher Thrift, LPC

Christopher Thrift is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi with eight years of clinical experience. He helps people who are navigating addiction, anger, bipolar mood concerns, depression, anxiety, and other life stresses. He aims to create an open, nonjudgmental setting where thoughts and feelings can be spoken about directly. Taking a first step toward change can feel hard, and he presents himself as a steady, supportive guide in that process.

Christopher brings a straightforward style to sessions. He listens first and follows the client’s lead to set goals together. Conversations often focus on everyday thoughts and habits that shape mood and behavior. That practical focus is meant to make progress feel relevant to daily life.

He uses client-centered methods to keep the therapy grounded in each person’s values and priorities. He also draws on cognitive behavioral approaches to help identify unhelpful thinking and try new ways of responding. These methods are intended to help with depression, anxiety, obsessive patterns, and behavior linked to addiction.

Clients can expect clear, direct talk about what is working and what needs to change. Christopher helps people build small routines and coping steps that fit their schedules. He pays attention to parenting stresses, relationship strain, career concerns, grief, and trauma when those come up.

Because he practices in Mississippi, sessions follow state licensing guidelines for an LPC. He offers therapy in English and is open to working with people outside the United States through the service’s international options. Before scheduling, confirm the current session arrangements and any logistical details.

How client-centered and CBT work in online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client’s own goals. It involves reflecting what the client says, asking questions that clarify values, and adjusting pace to what feels manageable. This approach helps people feel heard and choose changes that matter to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. Sessions use practical steps to test new ways of thinking, try small behavior changes, and track how those changes affect mood and daily routines. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, obsessive thinking, and habits tied to addiction.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try different methods if needed, and adapt the work based on what helps most. Clients and the therapist decide together which techniques to use and when to change direction.

Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know how appointments are scheduled. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around school, work, or family tasks. It also allows shorter check-ins when time is limited, and options that avoid travel when schedules are busy. Many people find that remote sessions help keep momentum between appointments while staying focused on daily thoughts and habits.