Our Team
Meet the clinicians of Christiansen Counseling Group.
A small, thoughtfully chosen team of licensed clinicians serving families across Blue Bell, the Main Line, and Greater Philadelphia.
Adults · Adolescents · Children · Families
Founder
The clinician behind the practice.
Sandi Christiansen, MS, LPC
Founder · Concierge Clinician · Speaker
Sandi (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of Christiansen Counseling Group. She earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology from Saint Joseph's University and her Master of Science in Clinical and Counseling Psychology with a Specialization in Child & Adolescent Counseling from Chestnut Hill College.
Sandi specializes in the treatment of OCD, anxiety, and trauma, with advanced training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and cognitive-behavioral approaches. She built CCG around the belief that thoughtful, unhurried clinical care shouldn't be reserved for those who can navigate a broken system — and she leads the practice's concierge program to serve families and professionals who want deeply personalized, in-home therapy.
Beyond her clinical work, Sandi is the author of the children's book Leaves on a Stream, a speaker on youth mental health, social media, and identity in Catholic and public schools across the Philadelphia region, and a trainer for clinical professionals — including a recent continuing education presentation for Drexel University's Division of Behavioral Healthcare Education.
Outside of the office, Sandi is a mom of two boys, a member of the Home & School Association, and a longtime member of her local parish community. She loves a good book and crafting.
Works with
Adults · Adolescents · Families · Concierge available
Specialties
OCD · Anxiety · Trauma-informed care · EMDR
The Associate Team
Six licensed clinicians. One shared standard of care.
Click any clinician to read their full bio below.
Bridget Welsh, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Bridget (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned her degree in Psychology with a concentration in autism spectrum disorder from Saint Joseph's University. She continued her education by completing her Master's of Science in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College with a concentration in Child and Adolescent Counseling as well as autism spectrum disorder.
Bridget specializes in counseling and supporting children and adolescents who are dealing with anxiety, ADHD, depressive disorders, emotional dysregulation, OCD, ASD, grief, life transitions, PTSD and other trauma related disorders. She utilizes a strengths-based approach and has received advanced training in EMDR, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Bridget has a particular interest in working with teens and young adults dealing with issues relating to anxiety, relationships, developing sense of self, and independence. Her passion is empowering teens to make effective choices, build confidence, resilience, and the belief that they are worthy.
Outside of the office, Bridget is a mom of two and enjoys spending time unwinding with her family.
Works with
Children · Adolescents · Teens · Young adults
Specialties
Anxiety · OCD · ASD · Trauma & PTSD · EMDR · Life transitions
Desirée Hall, MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Desirée (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology and Cognitive Science from the University of Richmond. She continued her education at Wake Forest University where she earned her master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. In addition to her career as a counselor, Desirée is a mother (and bonus mom!) to five wonderful boys who have inspired her to be a mental health advocate for our next generation of leaders.
Desirée has experience providing school-based and outpatient therapy services to children, adolescents and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum disorder, eating disorders, childhood trauma, life transitions, and also providing support to LGBTQ+ individuals.
She believes that each person has the potential to change, and counseling is a safe space where an individual can learn how to tap into that potential. Desirée believes in meeting her clients where they are and utilizing a person-centered, strength-based approach while incorporating cognitive behavioral techniques.
Works with
Children · Adolescents · Young adults · LGBTQ+ individuals
Specialties
Anxiety · Depression · ADHD · OCD · ASD · Trauma · Life transitions
Lisa Cole-Brinkley, MA
Counselor · Child & Family Therapy
Lisa earned her bachelor's degree in Applied Psychology from The Pennsylvania State University. She continued her education at Arcadia University by receiving her Master's of Arts in Counseling with a concentration in Child and Family Therapy.
In addition to her career in counseling, Lisa is also a Clinical Intervention Specialist at an approved private school, where she serves students with a wide variety of mental health disorders and learning disabilities. Lisa works with children who struggle with ADHD, anxiety, depression and mood disorders. She is well versed in Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and advocating for in-school supports for children.
Lisa has a particular interest in working with younger to middle school aged children. She also has a passion for working with children and their entire support system, to create healthy relationships, resiliency and togetherness within families.
Outside of work, Lisa is a proud cat mom and loves spending time with her family.
Works with
Younger children · Middle-school children · Families
Specialties
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression & mood · Child & family systems · IEP advocacy
Liz Salerno, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Liz (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Holy Family University and a background in Human Development and Family Studies from Penn State University. She has extensive experience working with children and adolescents and is passionate about helping young people feel confident, supported, and understood.
Liz specializes in working with children and teens navigating anxiety, particularly social anxiety, as well as challenges with self-esteem, body image, and self-confidence. Using a warm, strengths-based approach and incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Liz helps clients challenge negative thought patterns, develop positive self-talk, build healthy coping skills, and recognize the strengths they already have within themselves.
Liz's goal is to create a comfortable, judgment-free space where young people can be themselves while developing the confidence and tools they need to navigate life's challenges and reach their full potential. Outside of the office, Liz is a mom who enjoys working out, spending time with her family, and reading a good book on her Kindle.
Works with
Children · Teens
Specialties
Social anxiety · Self-esteem · Body image · Confidence · CBT
Nicole Ross, MSW, LSW
Licensed Social Worker
Nicole (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Social Worker through the Pennsylvania Department of State. She earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from Penn State University and continued her education at Widener University where she earned her master's degree in social work. Nicole works full-time as a Behavioral Health Specialist for Bucks County's Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Programs, Managed Care Unit — where she has become adept at navigating behavioral health systems and advocating for those most vulnerable.
Nicole has experience providing outpatient therapy services to children, adolescents, and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, thought disorders, and childhood trauma. Nicole is passionate about providing affirming care to members of the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities as well as children, adolescents and young adults who are neurodivergent and/or have been diagnosed with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and/or have challenges with emotional regulation.
Nicole has received advanced training in Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Crisis Diversion, De-Escalation Strategies, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy — using a person-centered, strengths-based approach.
In addition to her career as a social worker, Nicole is a mother to a teenage daughter who keeps her on her toes.
Works with
Children · Adolescents · Young adults · LGBTQ+ · BIPOC · Neurodivergent
Specialties
Anxiety · Depression · Trauma · ADHD · ASD · Emotion regulation · DBT
Jordan Kotler, MSW, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker · Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Jordan (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She earned her bachelor's degree in Behavioral and Community Health from the University of Maryland. She continued her education at the University of Pennsylvania, where she earned her Masters in Social Work (MSW). Jordan works full-time as a school-based therapist in the Philadelphia public school system.
Jordan is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with advanced training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD treatment, and has experience with children ages 5–18. She is LGBTQ-affirming and has experience working with queer, trans, and non-binary youth. She also has experience with the child welfare system, grief work, and pediatric medical care.
Jordan practices from a trauma-informed, relational approach. She uses a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), play intervention, and strengths-based approaches. She is a proponent of meeting clients where they are, whether that looks like walking during therapy sessions, art-based sessions, or home-based meetings.
Outside of work, you can find Jordan crafting, spending time with her rescue dog Annie, and drinking lots of coffee.
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