C. Christine Thomas, PhD​

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My Philosophy

I work with clients to establish what their goals are for therapy. For some it may be to bring clarity to a specific situation that is causing disruption to their lives. For others, we may seek to uncover patterns of behavior that have been preventing them from living the lives they desire or having the sort of relationships they find most fulfilling. I seek to understand, increase awareness, relieve pain and fear, improve interpersonal skills and encourage growth. I have 20 years of experience providing therapy to individuals and couples with a wide range of psychological difficulties.

I feel my greatest strength is the ability to establish deep, trusting, therapeutic relationships within which we can explore the issues at hand. I take pride in the fact that former clients value our relationship and often return to see me if they encounter additional difficulties in their lives.

I will treat you and your concerns with gentleness and respect while also being able to challenge you when needed. I feel incredibly grateful to do what I do for a living. It is an honor to be a witness to the courage and growth of my clients.

Professional Experience

1992  M.A. in Psychology 
               University of Missouri-Columbia


1994  Ph.D. in Psychology 
               University of Missouri-Columbia

2002  APA approved internship - Clinical Psychology
               Eastern Virginia Medical School 


2003  Certificate of Respecialization - Clinical Psychology
               University of Missouri-St. Louis

2023 - Present           PsyPact - Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT)


2006 - Present           Licensed Psychologist in Private Practice

2005 - 2008               Director of Psychological Assessment Services                                                                                             
                                Southwest Mental Health Center (now known as Clarity Child Guidance Center)

2004 - 2005               Visiting Assistant Professor (Interim)
                                Our Lady of the Lake University 

2003 - 2004               Associate Psychologist II                                                                                                                                    
                                San Antonio State School

2002 - 2003               Clinical Psychology Intern                                                                                                            
                                Eastern Virginia Medical School 
                                Eastern State Hospital

2000 - 2002               Examiner & Clinical Team
                                Community Psychological Service, University of Missouri - St. Louis, Missouri

2000 - 2001               Research Associate                                                                                                                                             
                                Department of Psychiatry, Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri 

1997 - 2000               Research Specialist and Director of rater training                                                                                       
                                Clinical Research Unit, San Antonio State Hospital

1998 - 2000               Clinical Assistant Professor                                                                                                                               
                                Department of Psychiatry, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

1996 - 1997               Research Associate                                                                                                                                             
                                The Psychological Corporation, San Antonio, Texas

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