Christopher Gelinas, LMHC

Christopher Gelinas is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with professional licensure in Rhode Island as well. With 12 years of clinical experience, he focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and family conflicts while also supporting those seeking greater motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. He works with individuals facing ADHD, parenting concerns, attachment issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, communication problems, divorce and separation, social anxiety and phobia, and common young adult transitions.

Christopher emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly and safely. He partners with clients to identify practical strategies and personal strengths that support meaningful change, recognizing the courage it takes to pursue a more fulfilling life. As an LMHC - a Licensed Mental Health Counselor trained to assess and treat emotional and behavioral concerns - he blends structured techniques with attention to relational patterns to meet each person where they are.

He welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds and is willing to work with Christian clients, while noting that he is not a specifically Christian-based therapist. Clients seeking a distinctly faith-based approach should use available filtering options when selecting a therapist to ensure the best match.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Christopher Gelinas integrates Attachment-Based Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into his online practice. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships and early bonds to better understand how those dynamics affect current feelings and interactions - it can be helpful for attachment issues, communication problems, and family conflict. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and learning practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and build confidence.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Christopher takes a collaborative stance. He works with clients to assess their needs, goals, and preferences and tailors techniques accordingly so that therapy feels relevant and doable for each individual.

Online sessions offer flexibility for people balancing work, family, or school. Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit their schedule and comfort level. These options make it easier to attend appointments consistently and to access licensed professionals from locations within the therapist’s service area, supporting steady progress over time.