- Solution-focused
- Grief and loss
- Trauma-informed
About Christopher
Christopher Gerou is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Wisconsin. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, relationship concerns, career questions, and coping with life changes. He also supports clients dealing with compassion fatigue, LGBT concerns, self-esteem, and coping after natural or human-caused disasters.
Christopher earned a Master of Science in Counseling from Concordia University Wisconsin and a Master of Arts in Thanatology from Hood College. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Carthage College. His education includes focused study on loss, bereavement, and end-of-life issues.
He brings about 30 years of experience to his practice. That background includes work with the State of Wisconsin Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and roles in educational settings. Over time he has worked with adults at many life stages on practical problem solving and grief-related issues.
In sessions he favors a solution-focused stance combined with client-centered listening and trauma-focused techniques when appropriate. That means sessions are geared toward clear, manageable steps while keeping the person’s goals central. He aims to make counseling straightforward and focused on what helps in day-to-day life.
People who choose him can expect direct conversation about practical next steps. He often blends short-term problem solving with attention to loss, life purpose, and longer standing emotional concerns. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy is built around listening and reflecting what matters to the client. Online sessions using this approach focus on letting the client set goals and pace while the therapist follows and clarifies their concerns. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on small, actionable steps and what can change now. In remote sessions this often means setting brief goals between meetings and reviewing progress briefly at each check-in. Trauma-Focused Therapy looks at symptoms and coping after difficult events and supports building practical safety and grounding skills over time.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss needs, goals, and preferences and help choose or blend methods that fit the person. That decision is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses.
Session formats are not specified here, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, shorten commute time, and allow for quicker check-ins during the week. It can also let people join from a quieter spot, use audio-only if bandwidth is limited, or schedule sessions that better match work and caregiving routines.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma-related concerns. He also helps with parenting challenges, career questions, LGBT issues, and coping with life changes including disasters.
What is his general approach in therapy?
Sessions combine client-centered listening with solution-focused methods and trauma-focused strategies when needed. The focus is on clear, practical steps guided by the client's goals.
How long has he been practicing?
He brings about 30 years of experience in counseling, including work in vocational rehabilitation and educational settings.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a therapy match?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.