- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Work and career
About Christopher
Christopher Gerou is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Wisconsin with three decades of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and career or work-related strain. He also supports people dealing with parenting, self-esteem, life transitions, and compassion fatigue. Christopher draws on a long clinical background to offer grounded, practical help.
Christopher trained in counseling at Concordia University Wisconsin and also holds a master’s degree in thanatology, the study of death and loss. He began with an undergraduate degree in sociology from Carthage College and has worked in a variety of settings, including roles with the State of Wisconsin Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. That breadth of experience influences his plainspoken approach.
In sessions he uses client-centered and solution-focused methods. He focuses on what people want to change and the next small steps that move them forward. He also uses trauma-focused approaches when past harm is affecting daily life.
Christopher aims for clear communication and nondiscrimination in his work. He emphasizes building trust and keeping the therapeutic process respectful. People can expect a straightforward, practical style that focuses on goals and coping strategies.
His background includes work with grief and end-of-life concerns, adoption and foster care issues, caregiver stress, first responder challenges, and issues affecting aging adults. He works in English and practices in Wisconsin as an LPC.
How his approaches guide online care
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person in front of the therapist. It emphasizes listening, respect, and helping people set their own goals. This approach helps when someone needs space to talk through feelings and decide what matters most to them.Solution-focused therapy looks for practical steps and small changes that lead to progress. It concentrates on strengths and what is already working, making it useful for stress, work issues, and coping with life changes. Trauma-focused therapy addresses the effects of past harm and concentrates on reducing symptoms that interfere with daily life.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and the challenges they face. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as needed based on how things are going.
If you are considering online work, confirm the specific session options before booking since formats are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to help people manage grief, trauma, stress, and career concerns from a distance while focusing on practical steps and coping strategies.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief as well as work and career concerns. He also supports parenting, self-esteem, LGBT issues, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is practical and goal-oriented with a focus on clear communication. He uses client-centered and solution-focused work to identify steps clients can take between sessions.
What is his professional experience?
He brings 30 years of experience in counseling and related settings, including work with vocational rehabilitation and grief services.
What credentials and location apply?
He holds the LPC credential and practices in Wisconsin.
Which languages are supported and can he work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.