Christine Burianek
- EMDR Certified
- Play Therapy
- Anxiety
- Depression
- ADHD
- Trauma
- Parenting
- School Issues
- Behavioral Issues
- Nurtured Heart Approach ® Advanced Trainer
- ARFID
Christine’s unique gifts in treating children set her apart from the typical therapist. Christine spends her days doing therapy with children, adolescents, and their families working on issues related to anxiety, depression, impulse control, anger management, trauma, and parenting support. Christina was elected to the Indiana Association for Play Therapy Board in 2023. She served as VP from 25′ – 26′ and President from ’26 – ’27. Her extensive training includes expertise in play therapy for children, EMDR for trauma, school challenges, and The Nurtured Heart Approach for assisting parents and teachers with growing emotional regulation in children. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space for her clients and is gentle, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic about nurturing growth in children.
Education/Licensure
- BA in Journalism 2009
- Masters of Social Work 2012
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Indiana
- Certified EMDR Practitioner
- Advanced Trainer for The Nurtured Heart Approach
- Registered Play Therapist
- 2023: IN-APT Board Member
- 2025-26: IN-APT Vice President
- 2026-27: IN-APT President
Specializations
- Play Therapy
- Anxiety
- Depression
- ADHD
- Trauma
- Parenting
- School Issues
- Behavioral Issues
- ARFID