Meet Christina Liakopoulos
LCSW, BC-TMH
Therapist, Life Coach, Dance-As-If-Nobody's-Watching Advocate
With over 25 years of experience in mental health and licenses in Arizona, Illinois, and Indiana, Christina is not your average therapist. She's a seasoned clinician, a passionate educator, a bilingual healer (English and Greek), and someone who believes therapy should feel more like a partnership than a prescription.
As the Director of Empower You Experts, Christina offers individual therapy, couples counseling, and life coaching for adults and teens. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected – or just want to get back in touch with you – she's here to help you dig deep, break patterns, and rediscover your power.
"My mission is to create a safe and nurturing space where people can explore their inner world, release what's no longer serving them, and reconnect with who they truly are."
Expertise & Experience
Christina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Certified Tele-mental Health Provider, making her a pro at both therapy and coaching.
Her experience is as broad as it is deep – ranging from inpatient/outpatient psychiatric units to private practice, community mental health, group homes, and teaching graduate level courses at Adler University in Chicago.
But beyond the credentials, Christina is someone who brings heart, humor, and humanity into the sessions. She believes healing doesn't have to be sterile or scary – it can be empowering, enlightening, and, yes, even a little bit fun.
Education & Honors
- Master's Degree in Social Work from Indiana University, graduating Summa Cum Laude
- Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice-Sociology with a minor in Women's Studies from Purdue University, graduating Summa Cum Laude
- Advanced clinical training in psychotherapy/psychoanalysis from the Institute of Clinical Social Work in Chicago
Member of the Phi Alpha Honor Society and the National Association of Social Workers
Outside the Therapy Room
You'll find Christina swimming, running, reading, weight-lifting, or dancing to her favorite music. She brings the same energy – playful yet grounded – into her work with clients.
Ready to take the next steps? Whether you are starting therapy for the first time or looking for a fresh approach, Christina is here to walk with you. One step at a time. One breakthrough at a time.
Ready to Work with Christina?
Take the first step toward reconnecting with who you truly are. Christina is here to support you with compassionate and expert care.