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“What a liberation it is to realize that the “voice in my head” is not who I am. Who am I then? The one who sees that.” -Eckhart Tolle
Hello, my name is Dr. Christine E.
Dickson
Hello, my name is Dr. Christine E.
Dickson
I'm the
founder and psychologist at Tri-Valley Psychotherapy.
Below you will find answers to questions about my
approach, practice, theoretical orientation, and personal experiences.[Lic.#: CA PSY20050] [NPI: 1275757163]
Unlike
traditional therapy that focuses on the past, I help my
clients focus on the present and take action to change
unproductive thought patterns, manage their emotions,
and modify unhealthy habits.
With over 25 years experience blending mindfulness with cognitive-behavioral therapy, I will help you take control of your mind rather than allowing your mind take control of you by dwelling on negative thoughts and emotions.
I have found mindfulness based cognitive-behavioral therapy to be the most effective form of therapy for my clients.
Learning to find the "off button" in your mind, no longer reacting to every thought and feeling that goes through your mind, and learning to laugh at the voice in your head is priceless.
Clients can receive coaching in the following areas:
My Approach to Helping
With over 25 years experience blending mindfulness with cognitive-behavioral therapy, I will help you take control of your mind rather than allowing your mind take control of you by dwelling on negative thoughts and emotions.
I have found mindfulness based cognitive-behavioral therapy to be the most effective form of therapy for my clients.
Learning to find the "off button" in your mind, no longer reacting to every thought and feeling that goes through your mind, and learning to laugh at the voice in your head is priceless.
Clients can receive coaching in the following areas:
- Mindfulness "Strategies for taking hold of the mind."
- Emotion Regulation
- Distress Tolerance
- Self Compassion
- Self Awareness "Breaking free from unhelpful habits and patterns."
- Self Motivation "Improving organization and focus in the age of distraction."
- Interpersonal Effectiveness "Staying calm with difficult people and improving communication."
- ...and more depending on their needs.
More Info About My Practice
I am recognized by Wikipedia as a 21st Century American Psychologist and was a frequent guest on local Bay Area TV interviewed 14 times on a wide range of topics from work-life balance to trauma recovery. With over 40,000 followers of my blog: christinedickson.com and thousands of views to my articles, I share ways to lead a happier and healthier life. I have also spoken at academic conferences in Europe and the US, and my research on work-life balance has been published in academic journals and magazines. I hold a Dual PhD in Clinical Psychology and Industrial-Organizational Psychology. My training in business has served my clients well as I consider how workplace issues impact their daily lives, and give them the tools to better manage the workplace.Theoretical Influences that Guide My Work
My work is influenced by Thich Nhat Hanh, one of the most respected Zen masters in the world, Eckart Tolle, author of The Power of Now and A New Earth, Victor Fankl, a concentration camp survivor and author of Man's Search for Meaning, and Joyce Meyer, adult survivor of severe child sexual abuse and author of Battlefield of the Mind. I am also influenced by the work of Timothy Ferris, entrepreneur and best selling author of The 4 Hour Work Week.
My Hobbies and Interests
I am a night owl and I love staying up late.
Music is a major part of my life and I enjoy playing my acoustic guitar, singing, and writing songs.
I also enjoy cooking and developing healthy recipes. In 2007 and 2010, I taught a year long series of cooking classes at Whole Foods Market and Sur La Table.
Women's rights in the workplace is a passion of mine. I have been a member of the National Association of Working Women since 2006.
Testimonials for Dr. Christine Dickson
"I value every minute of our sessions. It was just my best luck in a long time when you took me as a client. My expectation was that you'd help me survive the last few months with minimal damage. I not only survived, I am happier and healthier now than I can remember. I would not have got here alone or with any therapist I've seen before."Read More Testimonials...