Dr. Michael Christian
Founder, Clinical Director & Senior Advisor
PH.D., LPC-MHSP, NCC, CSAT-S, CST
Dr. Christian coordinates his professional time between sitting with counseling clients, speaking to audiences, consulting with individuals and companies and teaching in a graduate counseling program in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Michael is a licensed professional counseling specialist who works with individuals, couples, families and groups.
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The primary focus of his practice is: 1) individuals and couples who find themselves in some type of crisis….things like depression, anxiety, chronic pain, relationship, career, etc. 2) men, women and couples who struggle with sexual dysfunction and 3) men who struggle with compulsive sexual behaviors. Michael’s evidence based approach offers hope and healing to his clients regarding the issues that prompted the counseling appointment.
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About him: Michael and his wife have been married since 1978.  Their daughter, Rachel is a licensed therapist with Connection Therapy Group. Michael enjoys traveling, spending time with his family, watching classic movies, shopping, and dividing his leisure time between the mountains and beach. Michael enjoys visiting the gun range and improving his skills with his collection of Kimber and Glock firearms, collecting antique glass, playing golf and cruising the Caribbean Sea.
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Education & Organizations
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Ph.D., Clinical Counseling – Trevecca Nazarene University, Nashville, TN
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Master of Arts, Counseling – Trevecca Nazarene University, Nashville, TN
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Master of Divinity – The Southern Seminary, Louisville, KY
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Chi Sigma Iota
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International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals
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International Centre For Excellence In Emotionally Focused Therapy
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American Board of Christian Sex Therapists
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American Counseling Association
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Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselors Association
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Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health
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National Board for Certified Counselors
TRAINING & cERTIFICATIONS
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National Certified Counselor
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State Approved Supervisor for Therapists Seeking Licensure
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Externship in Emotional Focused Therapy – Couples/Individuals
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Board-Certified Sex Therapist
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Board-Certified Sex Addiction Specialist
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Certified Supervisor for Therapists Seeking Certification in Sex Addiction Therapy
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Certified Supervisor for Therapists Seeking Certification in Sex Therapy
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Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Level 2
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Brainspotting Level 1
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Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Depression and Suicide
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Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Chronic Pain and Medical Conditions
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DISC Performax
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Covey Leadership
PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
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The Secret Seductress - book
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Trauma and Intimacy In Marital Relationships
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Sexual Anorexia: Â An Interrupted Sexual Appetite
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Building A Successful Private Practice
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Deciding To Love Again
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Marital Disaffection
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Treating Low Sexual Desire in Men and Women
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Multiple Presentations on Various Topics
Specialized Expertise
Couples Counseling
Individual Counseling
Compulsive Sexual Behavior
Focused on processing past experiences and building internal security using trauma-informed somatic techniques to restore balance.
Helping partners create deeper emotional bonds through effective communication and vulnerability exercises that foster intimacy.
Navigating complex family dynamics to foster understanding and empathy, creating a cohesive and healthy home environment.