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Cristina Jimenez

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Cristina Jimenez

Australia

Holistic counsellor blending talk and movement

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  • ACA counsellor
  • Body-aware therapy
  • Men's wellbeing focus

About Cristina

Cristina Jimenez is an ACA counsellor and psychotherapist who blends talk therapy with body-centred work. She brings five years of practice to sessions and aims to make people feel heard and steady. Her background in dance movement therapy shapes how she pays attention to the body as well as thoughts and feelings.

Clients can expect a warm, calm presence and a straightforward style. Cristina focuses on building trust and safety so people can talk about difficult topics. She works with adults who are dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, trauma and self-esteem concerns.

Her movement therapy experience lets her notice how the body holds tension or grief. She uses gentle movement and somatic awareness alongside conversation to support people who find words alone aren’t enough. Cristina is also a beginning-level student in Somatic Experiencing Professional Training, which informs how she approaches bodily responses to stress.

Cristina is comfortable discussing sexuality and intimacy and welcomes people from diverse backgrounds, including the LGBTIQ+ community. She also has experience with issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, autism and neurodiversity, body image, caregiving stress and chronic health challenges.

Sessions are offered in English and she practises in Australia. Cristina aims to form collaborative partnerships where goals are practical and manageable. To start, readers are invited to use the site’s Start Therapy flow to match and schedule according to the therapist’s arrangements.

How therapeutic approaches and online care can work together

Somatic-informed counselling pays attention to the body’s reactions as well as thoughts and emotions. This approach uses gentle movement and awareness to notice where tension or grief is stored, and can be helpful for trauma, anxiety and stress-related symptoms.

Talk-based evidence-informed techniques focus on clear, practical conversation about feelings, relationships and coping strategies. These approaches aim to build skills for managing mood, communication and everyday stressors.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Cristina will collaborate with each person to decide whether more somatic work, more conversation, or a mix of both will best meet their goals. She tailors sessions to the client’s needs, preferences and life demands rather than using one fixed method.

The biography did not specify supported session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also be useful when quieter surroundings or lower-bandwidth connections are preferable, but confirm the exact arrangements and format during the scheduling step.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Australia

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Cristina commonly help with?

Cristina works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and self-esteem challenges. She also addresses related topics like abandonment, attachment issues, body image and caregiving strain.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is warm and present, combining conversation with attention to bodily sensations. She aims to build safety and collaborate on practical steps towards change.

What is her clinical background?

She has five years of practice and a background in dance movement therapy, which informs her somatic approach to trauma and emotional work.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds ACA accreditation and works in Australia.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I attend sessions online or in person?

The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options with the booking flow before scheduling.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and the therapist’s arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Cristina?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

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