
Dr. Christine Abassary
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Candler, NC 28715
Not accepting new clients
Let's Connect (828) 761-0963

You deserve to feel happiness along with a range of emotions. Did you know recent events can trigger our past traumas? Addressing our emotions through healthy coping can free our potential, improve relationships and help us to simply enjoy our life more thoroughly. I will work within an authentic, present-focused, self-paced therapeutic relationship to foster change. We will address past traumas at your pace and current obstacles to heal. I utilize tools that are evidence-based and meet your specific needs. I have over 20 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults from various backgrounds.
Aligning with your authentic self by providing an environment that nurtures the best version of you. Client-centered therapy is present-focused therefore, we only address your goals. EMDR trained, diaphragmatic breathing, experiential art, bilateral drawing to target specific areas of the brain and nervous system for alleviating symptoms of stress.
Collaboratively we can effect change in a positive direction. By working with you individually or within your family and/ or loved ones relationship dynamic the possibilities emerge. I look forward to meeting you and if we never meet please know that you are valued and appreciated today. Are you ready to take that first step in your healing journey?
Call or Email Dr. Christine Abassary now for a free 15 minute consultation - (828) 761-0963
Let's Connect (828) 761-0963

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $90
- Couple Sessions $125
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network

Dr. Christine Abassary
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 761-0963
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 17130 Christine Abassary
- In Practice for 21 years
- Attended The University of New Mexico, PhD/ Counselor Education, Graduated 2016
- Degree/Diploma from The University of New Mexico MS/ Health Education / 2012
- Degree/Diploma from The George Washington University MA/ Education and Human Development / 2004
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- ADHD
- Autism
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Positivity
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Obesity
- Parenting
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Client-centered
- Compassion Focused
- EMDR
- Energy Psychology
- Experiential Therapy
- Expressive Arts
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Somatic
- Trauma Focused
Groups
Chakra~Women on a healing journey. Bi-weekly

We meet bi-weekly/ weekly (upon request) in person to create art together that represents a healing process. We utilize the 7 healing chakras as a metaphor for holistic healing. A new group is forming in August for approximately 7 sessions ending in December. Most mixed media materials are provided and no experience is necessary. We will begin with basic grounding exercises such as breathing/ mindfulness and optional sharing at the end. Individual counseling is recommended with the group (some exceptions apply). Inquire today!
Expertise
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$30-$50
Group Meets
Every other Wed 5:30 P.M. - 7 P.M.
Location
ArtPlay
372 Depot Street
Asheville, NC 28801
Email Dr. Christine Abassary about this group or call - (828) 761-0963
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties

Dr. Christine Abassary
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (828) 761-0963