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First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
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First-Aid Counseling, PLLC

Counselor, LCMHC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
Garner, NC 27529
Let's Connect (919) 887-6104
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Accepting new clients! Our team, led by an EMDR-trained therapist, offers virtual sessions tailored to your needs. If you're feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, or navigating life transitions, we are here to support you. Struggling to process past or present trauma? We can help you heal and move forward. Therapy provides a safe and nurturing space for you to gain clarity, accountability, and encouragement as you work toward your goals. We believe that while everyone has a history, we all possess the potential to transform and rewrite our stories for a brighter future.
Our counseling team supports adults, teens, couples, and the LGBTQIA+ community. We address relationship issues, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, BPD, bipolar disorder, addiction, and more. Led by a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR-trained therapist, we offer personalized, compassionate care to guide your healing and growth.
Therapy is a partnership built on trust and respect. You hold the power to shape your progress. We provide a safe, empathetic space, offering tools and support to navigate life's challenges. Your growth is nurtured by embracing and applying what you learn along the way. Let us partner with you in your healing and support you in achieving meaningful change.
Call or First-Aid Counseling, PLLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (919) 887-6104

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

First-Aid Counseling

Garner, NC 27529

(919) 887-6104
Website
Visit our website to explore our team profiles and learn more about our therapists and their specialties.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Addiction 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (919) 887-6104
Photo of Christine Sande - First-Aid Counseling, PLLC, Counselor, LCMHC

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

First-Aid Counseling

Garner, NC 27529

(919) 887-6104
Website
Visit our website to explore our team profiles and learn more about our therapists and their specialties.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Addiction 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance
  • Carolina Complete
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Contigo Health
  • First Health
  • Health Choice
  • HealthyBlue
  • Humana
  • MedCost
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Partners Health Management
  • TRICARE
  • Trillium Community Health Plan
  • UHC Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Vaya
  • WellCare
  • Out of Network
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We bill in-network insurance plans directly and offer superbill for any out-of-network plans to help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions.
Photo of Christine Sande - First-Aid Counseling, PLLC, Counselor, LCMHC
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 887-6104
"
We bill in-network insurance plans directly and offer superbill for any out-of-network plans to help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions.
Photo of Christine Sande - First-Aid Counseling, PLLC, Counselor, LCMHC
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 887-6104

Qualifications

    Counselor: Christine Sande

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 17334 Christine Sande
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Attended Grand Canyon University , MS in Professional Counseling, Graduated 2021
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from NBCC Crisis and Trauma Counseling / 2023
  • Certificate from Evergreen Certifications Certified Clinical Trauma Professional / 2022
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Empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another, and feeling with the heart of another. - Alfred Adler
Photo of Christine Sande - First-Aid Counseling, PLLC, Counselor, LCMHC
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 887-6104
"
Empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another, and feeling with the heart of another. - Alfred Adler
Photo of Christine Sande - First-Aid Counseling, PLLC, Counselor, LCMHC
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 887-6104

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Relationship Issues
  • Addiction

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Women's Issues
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We all experience life and its struggles differently. I like to offer a safe place where you may be able to process how past or current situations may be affecting you. I like to offer an opportunity to unlock your full potential and be the best version of you!
Photo of Christine Sande - First-Aid Counseling, PLLC, Counselor, LCMHC
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 887-6104
"
We all experience life and its struggles differently. I like to offer a safe place where you may be able to process how past or current situations may be affecting you. I like to offer an opportunity to unlock your full potential and be the best version of you!
Photo of Christine Sande - First-Aid Counseling, PLLC, Counselor, LCMHC
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 887-6104

4 Endorsements

Kristie Letitia Richmond
Kristie Letitia Richmond
FNP-BC
Great group of therapists! They are compassionate, empathetic, and always prioritize the needs of their clients
Heart & Mind Behavioral Services
Heart & Mind Behavioral Services
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerRNMSNPMHNP-BC
Best trauma therapist ever. Professional and compassionate while providing patient centered care.
Stella Okonkwo
Stella Okonkwo
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerPMH-NP
Reach out for psychotherapy services. Very compassionate and empathetic team of mental health counselor!
Rebecca Moses
Rebecca Moses
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerPMHNP
Christine is an exceptional therapist with strong clinical skill, compassion, and dedication to client care. Her warm, thoughtful approach creates a supportive space where clients feel understood and make meaningful progress toward emotional well-being.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Italian

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Italian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Gestalt
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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Therapy should be your safe place where you can embark your healing journey and grow in becoming the best version of you!
Photo of Christine Sande - First-Aid Counseling, PLLC, Counselor, LCMHC
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 887-6104
"
Therapy should be your safe place where you can embark your healing journey and grow in becoming the best version of you!
Photo of Christine Sande - First-Aid Counseling, PLLC, Counselor, LCMHC
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 887-6104

Location

Primary Location

First-Aid Counseling

Garner, NC 27529

(919) 887-6104
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Visit our website to explore our team profiles and learn more about our therapists and their specialties.
Photo of Christine Sande - First-Aid Counseling, PLLC, Counselor, LCMHC
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (919) 887-6104
"
Visit our website to explore our team profiles and learn more about our therapists and their specialties.
Photo of Christine Sande - First-Aid Counseling, PLLC, Counselor, LCMHC
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LCMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (919) 887-6104