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Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC

Upward Spiral Counseling LLC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Hillsdale, MI 49242
Let's Connect (517) 401-6465
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
In seeking therapeutic support, your body has already begun the healing process, and I hope you realize how courageous it was for you to take this first step. You have the innate wisdom and strength to overcome your struggles, but you might need someone to walk alongside you on your journey. This is where I come in: I specialize in counseling adult and teen women, but I help people of all ages navigate their way through their inner and outer worlds, empowering them to meet whatever comes their way to make the choices that are right for them.
I use mindfulness-based interventions, CBT, anxiety-reducing exercises, play therapy, and plain old talk therapy (very powerful!) to get to the root cause of challenges you are experiencing. In the therapeutic session, these interventions are super-charged by our relationship because I offer you my undivided attention with love and compassion.
In collaboration with you, we will move through challenges you may have in relationships, grief and loss, loneliness, trauma, along with the anxiety and depression that may accompany them. The light is just at the other end of the tunnel. Take your next step getting there by contacting me.
Call or Upward Spiral Counseling LLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (517) 401-6465

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Upward Spiral Counseling, LLC

Hillsdale, MI 49242

(517) 401-6465
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Stress 
$100 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (517) 401-6465
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Upward Spiral Counseling, LLC

Hillsdale, MI 49242

(517) 401-6465
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Stress 
$100 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Couple Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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Payment required at time of service. Super bills for submission to insurance available upon request. I do not accept insurance or Medicaid.
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (517) 401-6465
"
Payment required at time of service. Super bills for submission to insurance available upon request. I do not accept insurance or Medicaid.
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (517) 401-6465

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Christina Pongracic

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Michigan / 6451022041 Supervised by Keila Kilgore, the Art of Creative Dimensions, Inc (Michigan / 6401009781) Christina Pongracic
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Attended Siena Heights University, MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling , Graduated 2021
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from University of Delaware Master's Degree, French Literature and Pedagogy / 1999
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I taught French for 25 years to students of a wide range of ages and abilities. These skills transfer to counseling.
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (517) 401-6465
"
I taught French for 25 years to students of a wide range of ages and abilities. These skills transfer to counseling.
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (517) 401-6465

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions
  • Stress

Expertise

  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Loss
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (517) 401-6465
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (517) 401-6465

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

French

Religion

Christian

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

French

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Eclectic
  • I have used Sandtray Therapy during internship.
  • Mindfulness Based Interventions (MBI)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Strength-Based
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (517) 401-6465
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (517) 401-6465

Location

Primary Location

Upward Spiral Counseling, LLC

Hillsdale, MI 49242

(517) 401-6465
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Call for a free consultation now - (517) 401-6465
Photo of Christina Pongracic - Upward Spiral Counseling LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Call for a free consultation now - (517) 401-6465