Christy Alten, LPC-MH, LMHC
Licensed counselor focusing on recovery and growth
- Addictions and mental health
- Faith informed therapy
- Clinical supervision expertise
About Christy Alten
Christy Alten brings more than three decades of experience supporting adolescents and adults through addictions and mental health challenges. She holds credentials as an LPC-MH and an LMHC - LPC-MH stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health, and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and she is also a licensed addictions counselor in South Dakota. Grounded in both spiritual and evidence-based approaches, she combines faith-informed perspective with therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, Gottman couples work, 12-step methods, accelerated resolution therapy, and polyvagal-informed techniques to tailor care to each person’s needs.
Christy favors a collaborative, existential approach that recognizes meaning, purpose, and the role of relationships in healing. She works from a client-centered stance while drawing on mindfulness, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, somatic strategies, and solution-focused methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Her specialties include coping with life changes, parenting and family issues, anger and communication problems, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue among other areas of focus.
In addition to direct clinical work, Christy has extensive experience mentoring and training other clinicians. She has provided more than 22 years of clinical supervision and professional development for helpers at different stages of their careers, emphasizing support for those who are themselves giving care. Scheduling is coordinated directly rather than through self-scheduling; she maintains limited availability on some evenings and weekends and is willing to consider arrangements for those ready to fully engage in the therapeutic process.
Throughout her practice Christy emphasizes hope, purpose, and practical tools for change, inviting people to work together toward goals they could not achieve alone. Her work is informed by both clinical training and personal commitment to spiritual values, and she aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space for growth and recovery.
Christy favors a collaborative, existential approach that recognizes meaning, purpose, and the role of relationships in healing. She works from a client-centered stance while drawing on mindfulness, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, somatic strategies, and solution-focused methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Her specialties include coping with life changes, parenting and family issues, anger and communication problems, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue among other areas of focus.
In addition to direct clinical work, Christy has extensive experience mentoring and training other clinicians. She has provided more than 22 years of clinical supervision and professional development for helpers at different stages of their careers, emphasizing support for those who are themselves giving care. Scheduling is coordinated directly rather than through self-scheduling; she maintains limited availability on some evenings and weekends and is willing to consider arrangements for those ready to fully engage in the therapeutic process.
Throughout her practice Christy emphasizes hope, purpose, and practical tools for change, inviting people to work together toward goals they could not achieve alone. Her work is informed by both clinical training and personal commitment to spiritual values, and she aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space for growth and recovery.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Christy Alten have?
Christy Alten has 31 years of experience.
Is Christy Alten a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LPC-MH and LMHC. Her license details are SD LPC-MH LPC-MH2270 and IA LMHC 111880.
In which languages does Christy Alten provide therapy?
Christy Alten provides therapy in English.
Where is Christy Alten located?
She is located in Iowa.
How can I work with Christy Alten as my therapist?
You can work with Christy Alten through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Christy Alten work with international clients?
Christy Alten does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Christy Alten cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Counseling Be a Good Fit?
Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist remotely can help them make meaningful progress. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and major life transitions - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person care and offers a practical alternative for people seeking support.One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with therapists in the format that best suits their life and comfort level - by video, by phone, through live chat, or via text-based messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to integrate therapy into busy schedules and to maintain consistency during challenging times.
Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and people may choose to switch to a different therapist if they are seeking a better fit. Online therapy can provide access to experienced clinicians and a range of therapeutic approaches while accommodating varied needs and routines.