Meet Colleen:
Empowering You to Make Change That Lasts

At Cornerstone Behavioral Health, we believe in walking with you through whatever life circumstances are thrown your way. Wherever you might find yourself, know that you are not alone and hope is within reach. Colleen Russell Criste uses a mix of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy and various mindfulness techniques to guide her clients towards healing. She is most passionate about clients experiencing depression, wrestling with anxiety, in the middle of a life transition, or struggling in their relationships. She approaches life with a unique blend of playfulness, creativity, and humor and is passionate about helping her clients find joy in every day.

Why Choose Colleen?

• Committed to Change: Colleen understands that healing and growth can take time, but this slow growth is what creates change that lasts. She is patiently committed to her clients’ journeys towards wellness and desires to encourage them as they, too, commit to the process.

• Uniquely Adapted to You: One size rarely fits all, and Colleen is passionate about finding tools, techniques, ideas and perspectives that work for each client individually based on their backgrounds, current interests, and goals for the future.

• Fueled by Compassion: Colleen’s greatest strength as a clinician is her caring nature. She approaches every relationship and holds every story with empathy, acknowledging the strength and bravery it might take to share. She desires for all of her clients to feel supported, heard, understood, and never alone. 

• Diverse in Experience: Colleen’s own journey towards becoming a counselor was preceded by a long-standing career in non-profit arts management where her passion for helping people was initially ignited. She understands what it means to advocate for, support, and encourage her team and now her clients.

Begin Your Journey Today
“My goal is to help you find meaning, purpose, and joy in your life.”

If you’re looking for someone to walk with you as you take the first step in your journey towards a fuller, healthier, and happier life, connect with Colleen today. She’s ready to come alongside you and inspire you towards lasting change.