Christie Gause-bemis is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with over 17 years of experience in the mental health field, focusing on helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. She is dedicated to supporting those who are struggling and motivated to pursue change, fostering wellness through effective therapeutic interventions. Christie enjoys working with teens and has devoted much of her career to at-risk youth, addressing critical issues such as depression, anxiety, and self-esteem. Additionally, she specializes in women’s issues, adeptly uncovering the underlying causes of stress and overwhelm. Her expertise extends to couples, where she employs the Imago and Gottman approaches, emphasizing vulnerability and self-acceptance in her sessions with men. She skillfully addresses the complexities of anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and loss through evidence-based cognitive and behavioral techniques, empowering her clients to develop lifelong coping skills. Christie's extensive experience includes over 25 years in social welfare and mental health, accompanied by her roles as an instructor in mindfulness and meditation as well as crisis management. She is passionate about helping young adults transition to independence, navigating the challenges of adulthood with confidence.