
Christy Wu
MA, LMHCA

More About Me
Professional Background
I am a Licensed Mental Health Associate (LMHCA), license #MC61484516 with a Master's in Mental Health Counseling from the Townsend Institute at Concordia University Irvine. The Townsend Institute was founded by John Townsend (author of Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life). Here, I learned to integrate faith into psychotherapy holistically. I have worked in private practice for several years and am a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors and the American Counseling Association.
My Therapeutic Approach
My approach to counseling is founded on a Biblical worldview. I am integrative and draw many evidence-based approaches, including accelerated experiential dynamic psychotherapy (AEDP), mindfulness, polyvagal theory, attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology (IPNB), and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT).
My Story
I have been where you are. Several years ago, I reached a point of overwhelming despair, deep depression, and a sense of hopelessness. I struggled in my marriage and grappled with frustration towards God and the church. It took reaching a crisis point for me to finally seek help. Through therapy, a ray of light broke into my darkness, offering hope and initiating a journey of healing. I've undergone extensive personal and couples work with my husband, gaining a visceral understanding of emotional pain. Motivated by my own experiences and a desire to help others, I pursued further education to become a mental health counselor.
Married for 21 years with two children and three dogs, my husband and I are actively involved with our church, co-leading children’s and youth work for over 18 years. I find fulfillment in leading small groups, facilitating Bible studies within the youth group, and serving on our church’s mental health team.
Training and Certifications
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Polyvagal Theory (Certified)
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Accelerated Resolution Therapy (Certified)
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Infant and Pregnancy Loss (Trained)
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Prepare Enrich (Certified)
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Gottman Method – Level I & II Trained