Christina Ortiz-Marquez, LPC

Christina Ortiz-Marquez is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Colorado with 17 years of experience supporting people through complex emotional challenges. She focuses on stress and anxiety, relationship dynamics, trauma recovery, and personal empowerment, guiding clients as they rebuild resilience and develop healthier ways of coping.

Her work emphasizes a client-centered, culturally responsive stance that honors each person’s story and strengths. Christina has extensive experience with diverse populations, including first responders and survivors of sexual assault, and she brings compassion and skill to helping clients process difficult experiences and restore stability in daily life.

In session she prioritizes communication skills, attachment work, and practical strategies that translate into improved relationships and emotional balance. Christina helps clients address issues such as anger, self-esteem, addictions, parenting struggles, sleep and eating concerns, and the impacts of compassion fatigue and life transitions.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - a mental health professional authorized to provide therapeutic services - she creates an affirming environment where healing and growth are possible. Christina aims to collaborate with clients to transform painful experiences into opportunities for self-discovery and lasting change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Christina Ortiz-Marquez

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes by teaching practical ways to live in line with personal priorities.

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships shape current emotional patterns and interpersonal dynamics. This approach can help with relationship difficulties, attachment challenges, and improving communication with partners and family.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It is often applied to managing intense emotions, anger, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Christina works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy provides flexible ways to connect with a licensed professional. Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit their schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care, access support from home or work, and integrate therapy into a busy life.