Christine Matteson
BC-DMT, LCAT, LMHC • Licensed Creative Arts Psychotherapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor
About
Imagine a therapy session where movement, art, and traditional counseling seamlessly blend to unlock the deepest parts of your psyche. This is the unique approach of Christine Matteson, a Licensed Creative Arts Psychotherapist and Mental Health Counselor who has been transforming lives for over 14 years in Syracuse, NY.
As a Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist (BC-DMT), Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT), and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Christine offers a holistic therapeutic experience that addresses the mind, body, and emotions. Her practice is grounded in the belief that change takes place first in the imaginal realm, utilizing the power of creativity to facilitate healing and personal growth.
Christine's expertise spans a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, PTSD, and workplace challenges. She is particularly skilled in stress management, relationship difficulties, and helping clients cope with physical illness and grief. Her therapeutic toolbox includes evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), which she integrates seamlessly with creative arts methodologies.
In addition to her clinical work, Christine has made significant contributions to her field as a presenter at national conferences. She has spoken on innovative topics such as "The Shadow in the Workplace" and "Movement in the Classroom," showcasing her ability to apply creative arts therapy concepts to diverse settings.
Christine's approach is highly personalized and interactive. She provides support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address life challenges, always tailoring her methods to each individual's needs. Whether working with children, adolescents, or adults, in individual, parent/child, or group settings, Christine's goal remains constant: to help her clients build on their strengths and achieve the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
Qualifications
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- Board Certified Dance Movement Therapist
State Licenses
- Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, NY
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor, NY
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- PTSD
- Stress
- Trauma
State Licenses
- New York
Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities
- LGBTQ+ Allied
Compliance
- HIPAA Compliant
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Locations
Christine Matteson - Syracuse Office
Syracuse, NY 13206