Christine Topping, LMFT
Compassionate marriage and family therapist
- Couples and family therapy
- Parenting and co-parenting support
- Anxiety and mood care
About Christine Topping
Christine Topping is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Iowa with eight years of experience supporting couples, families, and individuals across the lifespan. She has assisted people facing depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, life stressors, grief and loss, and ADHD, and has provided co-parenting support for many divorced couples. She has also completed training in Parent-Child Interaction Training (PCIT), a structured approach that helps strengthen parent-child relationships.
Her approach to therapy is welcoming and nonjudgmental, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Christine adapts her work to fit each person or family’s goals and current situation, balancing encouragement with appropriate challenge. She believes that change is possible for everyone and that beginning the process takes courage.
Clients work with Christine to clarify goals, develop practical skills, and build more satisfying relationships and daily routines. She offers support throughout the therapeutic process while holding clients accountable to the steps that foster growth. Christine looks forward to partnering with individuals and families who are ready to take the next step toward a more fulfilling life.
Her approach to therapy is welcoming and nonjudgmental, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Christine adapts her work to fit each person or family’s goals and current situation, balancing encouragement with appropriate challenge. She believes that change is possible for everyone and that beginning the process takes courage.
Clients work with Christine to clarify goals, develop practical skills, and build more satisfying relationships and daily routines. She offers support throughout the therapeutic process while holding clients accountable to the steps that foster growth. Christine looks forward to partnering with individuals and families who are ready to take the next step toward a more fulfilling life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Christine Topping have?
Christine Topping has 8 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Christine Topping a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: IA LMFT 076628.
In which languages does Christine Topping provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Christine Topping located?
She is located in Iowa.
How can I work with Christine Topping as my therapist?
You can work with Christine Topping through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Christine Topping work with international clients?
Christine Topping does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Christine Topping cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Christine draws from evidence-informed methods to guide online work in ways that fit each client’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and building psychological flexibility - it helps people cope with difficult thoughts and feelings while moving toward a more meaningful life. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - it is often used for intense emotions, relationship conflict, and impulsive behaviors. The Gottman Method concentrates on communication and problem-solving patterns within couples, helping partners improve connection and resolve recurring conflicts.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Christine collaborates with clients to determine which methods align best with their goals, needs, and preferences. She tailors techniques over time and encourages an open dialogue so the chosen approach can evolve as progress is made.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for busy schedules, geographic constraints, and varying comfort levels with technology. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to deliver ongoing support, skill-building, and coaching in ways that fit into everyday life.