Christina Roach, LMHC, NCC, DCC
Are you in a Stepfamily or becoming a Stepparent?
Troubles with your stepkid(s)? I CAN HELP!
Success for Steps is a consulting agency serving the needs of today's stepfamilies. Founded by Christina Roach, the goal of Success for Steps is to recognize the experiences of those living in step relationships and assist in making those experiences the best possible. With this aim, Christina is committed to each and every one of her clients as evident in the services she provides.
Our passion is to help individuals, couples, and families make their experience in 'step' a successful one. We do this through providing education, awareness, and supportive counseling & coaching to help these relationships become stronger and thrive.
Whether you are a stepparent, step-grandparent, child, or biological parent living in step, Success for Steps works with you in finding effective solutions that fit your life. During her graduate studies, Christina Roach realized that traditional marital and family therapy models offered little to no emphasis on the unique dynamics of stepfamilies; what makes Success for Steps unique is that we have a distinct focus on stepfamilies.
STEPMOM SUPPORT GROUP held every month!
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Education/Training
* Licensed Mental Health Counselor (MH #11532)
* National Certified Counselor (NCC #260799)
* Stepfamily Coach (certified through the Stepfamily Foundation)
* Bachelor of Arts Degree from Eckerd College (St. Petersburg, FL)
* Master's Degree from Argosy University (Sarasota, FL)
* Distance Credentialed Counselor (DCC #906)
* Acknowledged stepfamily provider by the National Stepfamily Resource Center
* Advanced clinical training for working with stepfamilies through the National Stepfamily Resource Center, the Alabama Community Healthy Marriage Initiative, the Florida Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, and the Stepfamily Foundation
* Personally trained by pioneers and leaders in stepfamily work, including Dr. Jeannette Lofas, Dr. Kay Pasley, Dr. Patricia Papernow, and Dr. Scott Browning
* Approved facilitator in Florida's Batterers' Intervention Program
* Member of Chi Sigma Iota, International Counseling Academic & Professional Honor Society
* Recipient of the Cecil Cheek Psychology Award 2007
* Collegiate Artistic Achievement Award winner from her undergraduate alma mater
* Completed internship residency and employment at Northside Community Mental Health Center in Tampa where Christina gained invaluable experience working with diverse populations consisting of children, adolescents, and adults presenting with a range of psychosocial and mental health concerns
* Having previously worked in the business world, Christina understands 'real world' stressors and the balancing act many people face in trying to manage a career, family life, and personal pursuits; add the unique dynamics of a stepfamily and this equation gets that much more difficult.
Bio
Christina Roach is President and Founder of Success for Steps as well as a stepparent herself. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a focus on Marriage and Family Therapy. Christina is a certified Stepfamily Coach through The Stepfamily Foundation, a Distance Credentialed Counselor, and a National Certified Counselor. Christina received advanced clinical training from the National Stepfamily Resource Center, the Alabama Community Healthy Marriage Initiative and the Florida Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. She is also a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, the American Counseling Association and the international honor society of professional counseling, Chi Sigma Iota. In 2007, Christina received the Cecil Cheek Psychology Award.
Memberships
-American Counseling Association (ACA)
-American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
-Chi Sigma Iota, International Counseling Academic & Professional Honor Society
-Association for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Issues in Counseling (ALGBTIC)
-National Board for Certified Counselors - National Certified Counselor
-Distance Credentialed Counselors (DCC)
Payments Accepted
Cash, Check, Major Credit Cards
License:MH #11532
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
 Therapy
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Life and Wellness Coaching
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Adolescents
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Life Transitions
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Anger Management
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Loneliness
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Anxiety and Panic
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Marriage Counseling
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Body Image Issues
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Men's Issues
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Caregiver Issues
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Chronic Illness
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Online / Teletherapy
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Couples
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Depression
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Relationship Issues
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Divorce
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Domestic Violence
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Eating Disorders
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Sexual Dysfunction
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Gay or Lesbian Issues
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Stress Management
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Gifted / Talented Issues
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Trauma and PTSD
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Grief and Loss
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Women's Issues
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Group Therapy
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Work and Career Issues
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Licenses/Certifications
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
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National Certified Counselor (NCC)
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