Christina Dixon, LCSW, CGP
Therapy for perfectionists, over-achievers and parentified adults* in the Los Feliz neighborhood of LA.
*Not sure what a parentified adult is? Click here to learn more.
"This is just a chapter, not your whole story." -SC Lourie
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Our lives contain so many chapters. Some bring us joy, pride or excitement. Others might be full of pain and sorrow. No matter which chapter you find yourself in, I am committed to helping you learn more about you, your needs, your experiences and support you in creating the future you desire.
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I work with:
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Anxiety
Grief
Depression
Guilt/Shame
Mindfulness
Fears about the state of our nation
Relationships
Veterinary staff
Chronic Illness
Only Children
Codependency
Sexuality
Trauma
Desires
Work Stressors
Perfectionism
Military and Veterans
Therapists (and provide supervision to associates)
Services
Learn more about the services I provide by clicking on the links below.
Learn about my approach to individual therapy, the clients I most often work with, and how I can support you in having a different reactions to the stressors in your life.
Group therapy is an effective way to learn about yourself and change. Learn more about what to expect in group therapy and what groups I am currently leading.
Couples therapy focuses on you and your intimate partner. Learn more about what to expect in couples therapy and what brings someone to couples therapy.
Whether you are new a new therapist or have been doing this for years, we all need support and outside views on our work. Learn more about my approach to supervision here.
About Me
*Not sure what a parentified adult is? Click here to learn more.
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"If you're going through hell, keep going." - Winston Churchill
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I've been in therapy since my mid 20s so I know what it's like to sit on the therapy couch. Therapy has helped me and I know it can help you.
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I specialize in working with perfectionists, over-achievers and parentified adults. Essentially, people who pay attention to other's feelings before their own; who feel deeply; are tightly wound and rarely take breaks; people who are critical of themselves despite being compassionate towards others.
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I am passionate about helping people build better relationships with others. That might look like assisting a couple through a tough patch in their relationship or learning about relational patterns through experiences in group therapy,
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I am a clinical supervisor in the state of CA, allowing me to provide training and guidance to new professionals in the mental health field. I have associates working with me in private practice (see the Team section for more information on different clinicians in my practice) and have experience working as Clinical Director at a local non-profit grief center.
I incorporate yoga therapy, modern analytic approaches, EMDR and iRest® meditation into my sessions. My approach is informed by social justice. Every person has value and worth.
Professional Memberships:
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American Group Psychotherapy Association
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Group Psychotherapy Association of Los Angeles Membership Chair 2020-2021
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Education:
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Master of Social Work from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of Maryland, College Park
Licensure:
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California LCSW #87870
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Maryland LCSW-C #12929
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Texas LCSW # 59148
Value Statement
Curiosity
I engage in curiosity to allow myself to be open to other peoples values, experiences and needs.
Education
I participate in ongoing clinical education and invest in my own personal and professional learning, including learning around diversity and privilege. I share this knowledge with my clients and community.
Self Care
I commit to my own self care so that I can be the best therapist possible. I encourage my clients to engage in their own self care.
Accessiblility
I strive to make my services accessible to everyone. This includes sharing my knowledge outside of the therapy room.
Land Acknowledgement
As a way of owning my privilege I believe it is important to recognize and honor the people who first inhabited the land now known as Los Angeles. I am committed to educating myself more on the history of Los Angeles, including the numerous abuses (genocide, slavery, broken promises, stolen land, disease and generational trauma) inflicted upon Native Americans in this country by settlers.
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My office, my home and where I enjoy recreational activities in the city of Los Angeles is land originally occupied by the Tongva people and still inhabited and cared for by the Gabrieleno (Tongva) Band of Mission Indians.
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To learn more about LA's Indigenous history and Tongva cultural preservation and education click on the links below:
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Gabrieleno (Tongva) Band of Mission Indians website
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Gabrieleno-Tongva Indian Tribe History
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