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Welcome to Healing and Hope Collective

I’m Cristina McEwen, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Indiana, dedicated to providing compassionate, trauma-informed care. Currently offering virtual sessions, I work with clients across diverse backgrounds, specializing in supportive, inclusive therapy that honors each individual’s unique path to healing and growth. Through trauma-informed, anti-oppressive approaches, I provide an inclusive and affirming space, particularly for those from historically underrepresented groups, including LGBTQ+ individuals and those facing systemic barriers. Each session is tailored to foster safety, growth, and profound personal transformation.

Who I Work With

While I specialize in the following areas, I welcome clients from diverse backgrounds, honoring each individual's unique journey and needs.

  • Anxiety & OCD

  • Depression & Mood Regulation

  • Healing from Trauma & Complex Trauma

  • Religious Trauma

  • Navigating Family Dynamics, including Scapegoated Family Roles

  • ADHD & Neurodiverse Individuals

  • Navigating Life Transitions

  • Imposter Syndrome & Self-Worth

  • High-Performing Professionals & Caregivers

  • Queer & Trans Individuals

  • Creative and Sensitive Souls

I am committed to ensuring clients feel respected, supported, and understood, especially those who have faced social, economic, or cultural marginalization.

Therapeutic Approach

My approach integrates a variety of trauma-informed, relational, somatic, and energy-based techniques to support clients in building meaningful connections and fostering resilience. Our work together may include:

  • Narrative Therapy
    Empowering clients to re-author their stories and externalize issues, providing new perspectives and reducing self-blame.

  • Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT)
    Fostering connection and mutual growth by emphasizing the healing power of relationships and addressing cultural and systemic barriers.

  • Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
    Enhancing emotional awareness and connection to strengthen personal relationships and deepen self-understanding.

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
    Exploring inner parts of oneself to foster greater self-compassion and integration.

  • Somatic-Based Interventions
    Using techniques like bilateral stimulation, tapping, and sensory awareness to support trauma healing through the body’s innate wisdom.

  • Energy Work
    Integrating breathwork, mindfulness, and chakra frequency practices to align mind, body, and spirit for holistic healing.

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
    Building a life rooted in personal values and acceptance of one’s experiences.

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
    Evidence-based techniques for trauma processing and emotional resilience.

Each session is designed to support your unique journey, grounding our work in trust, respect, and a commitment to growth and mutual empowerment.

Session Information

I offer flexible options to meet your needs, whether seeking a one-time consultation, ongoing support, or a specialized speaking engagement.

  • Individual Therapy & Coaching Rates

    • One-Time Coaching Session: $100 for a 50-minute session

    • Ongoing Clients: $75 to $150 per 50-minute session (rates are discussed individually to ensure accessibility)

    • Text 317-702-2664 to schedule a session

  • Teaching & Speaking Engagements
    As an adjunct professor at the Indiana University School of Social Work and Licensed Clinical Social Worker through the state of Indiana, I offer specialized teaching and speaking engagements on topics such as:

    • Trauma-informed and Anti-Oppressive Practice
      Teaching frameworks that address systemic inequities and respect diverse identities in therapeutic and community settings.

    • Relational-Cultural Therapy in Practice
      Highlighting the power of connection, mutual empathy, and relational growth as essential to healing and empowerment.

    • The Intersections of Capitalism, Patriarchy, Racism and Mental Health
      Exploring how social structures shape individual and family well-being, emphasizing liberatory practices.

    • Affirming Care for Neurodiverse and LGBTQ+ Individuals
      Creating inclusive environments for historically underrepresented groups in both clinical and educational settings.

    • Empowering Clients through Narrative Therapy
      Teaching techniques that help clients re-author their stories, reduce self-blame, and externalize challenges.

  • Rates start at $300, with pricing tailored to the engagement type and duration.

Note: I am currently only scheduling virtual sessions and am licensed to work with clients in Indiana. I am an out-of-network provider and can provide superbills for potential reimbursement. Payments can be made using any major credit or debit card.