Dr Christine Henry

  • I specialize in supporting adults who have recently discovered or are contemplating whether they have ADHD or autism, or who self-identify as "highly sensitive." Additionally, I assist clients in navigating challenges related to childhood trauma, grief, and religious trauma.

  • In addition to my clinical experience working with neurodivergent adults, I have lived experience being late diagnosed ADHD with dysgraphia, dyslexia, and autistic traits.

  • This is In tandem of my journey in raising two twice exceptional children, who are (PDA), and living with my partner, who is ADHD and Autistic. It’s always an adventure juggling all our different neurotypes under one roof.

  • Being an avid animal lover, I appreciate and recognize the significance of the bond between people and their pets. This connection can go beyond mere companionship; it often becomes a source of comfort, joy, and emotional support. They are cherished members of our family.

Dr Christine Henry and pets.

My Values

  • Given recent events, it's challenging not to feel the effects of the world around us. This is particularly pronounced for women, people of color, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

  • I treat all my clients with care and respect, no matter their unique identities, including things like ability, age, appearance, culture, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, political views, race, religion, sexual orientation, body size, socioeconomic status, spirituality, and more. In our work together we will also investigate how environmental factors could be contributing to the distress you are experiencing.

  • Together, we will discover strategies to manage this stress, alongside addressing any other challenges you may be encountering.

My Training

  • I obtained my master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2002 and completed my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology in 2008.

    Both degrees were received from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana.

  • I am a licensed psychologist in the state of Texas(#35103)

    However, because I hold a Psypact certification(5648) I am able to see clients virtually in 38 states.

    I am also a National Certified Counselor (77114)

  • I began my career as a therapist in 2002, working in a domestic violence shelter, a substance abuse treatment center, and in community mental health. This is where I got my start working with grief, trauma, and undiagnosed adhd/autism.

    I then worked as a psychologist in college counseling centers for 10 years. Colleges I have worked at include: Purdue University, Miami University Ohio, Ball State University, University of Houston, University of Houston Clear Lake.

    I left the college counselor world for private practice in 2018 and have been loving it ever since.

  • My therapeutic approach is an integration of attachment theory, polyvagal theory, narrative therapy, and relational cultural therapy, Additionally, I may sprinkle some pieces of cognitive-behavioral therapy to provide a tailored approach to your unique needs.

Dr Henry walking her dogs in Texas.

I am a huge animal lover and have 5 dogs and a turtle. I am looking forward to getting another cat in the future. I have always wanted to have some chickens or a pig but my HOA frowns on that :( I am a homebody and enjoy spending time with my partner and my two kids. We are often watching Harry Potter, Marvel, or the latest Star Wars tv show together. I also love the 80's/90's comedies, baking shows, and watching documentaries.

Dogtor Murphy is my therapy sidekick! After settling into the family, he began his formal training when he was one year old and passed his canine good citizen test as well as his therapy dog international exam.

In August 2017, hurricane Harvey hit Houston and I knew that Murphy would be tremendous in helping the community heal. Dogtor Murphy became a member of the counseling staff at the University of Houston Clear Lake where he began to see clients every day. He has missed his days being “big man on campus” and going into the office to see his people. Dogtor Murphy still gets excited to do telehealth as he hops with excitement going into our home office. While he misses seeing people in person, he has his undercover therapy animals that are his clients’ pets. They help him do great work with their humans during their therapy sessions.

Dr Christine Henry - offering online autism therapy and adult adhd treatment.

Featured In The Media

Podcasts

Pod Help Us - podcast episode featuring Dr Christine Henry.

Episode from “Pod Help Us”

Dr. Henry and Misha Abarbanel delve into the advantages of pet therapy, coping with the loss of a pet, and distinguishing between psychiatric service dogs and emotional support animals.

Your Therapist Needs Therapy - podcast episode featuring Dr Henry.

Episode from “Your Therapist Needs Therapy”

Dr Henry and Jeremy Schumacher as we discuss being late diagnosed and it’s impact on our personal and professional lives.

Videos

What A Canine - video interview with hosts Dr Henry and Anthony Terrazas

Dr. Henry teamed up with Anthony Terrazas (dog trainer and owner of "What a Canine) to Interview author Bill Sullivan who wrote the book "Pleased to Meet Me: Genes, Germs, and the Curious Forces That Make Us Who We Are." 

We explore the research examining the intricate interplay between genetics and the environment in shaping who we are. The main idea of the book is to know ourselves better and figure out how to make our world suit who we really are, instead of trying to be something we're not naturally.

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