Cristina Pearse: Clinical ePortfolio
Cristina Pearse explores the frontier where clinical practice meets transformative research. A clinical mental health counselor candidate (May 2026), founder of the Protea Foundation, and the only Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander participant in the MAPS Phase 3 MDMA-assisted therapy trial, she brings an unprecedented perspective to trauma treatment. Her innovative frameworks and unwavering advocacy are expanding access to mental health resources for women worldwide.
About Cristina Pearse
Healing is not recovery. It is sovereignty. And sovereignty — individual, communal, systemic — is the foundational work of our time.
At the intersection of clinical practice and groundbreaking research stands Cristina Pearse—a clinical mental health counselor candidate (Wake Forest University, May 2026), founder of the Protea Foundation, and a leading advocate for women’s mental health. Her contributions to the field—from her forthcoming book, Sovereign Soul: A Field Guide to Blooming on Broken Ground and her proposed complex trauma diagnostic framework—are not just theoretical; they represent her core value of expanding access to healing for women. Discover how her work is transforming lives and redefining what trauma recovery can look like.
Cristina's Professional ePortfolio
Cristina Pearse
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Candidate
Phone: (720) 545-5519
Email: [email protected]
Location: Boulder, CO
About Cristina
Cristina is a dedicated clinical mental health counselor focused on trauma recovery. As the founder of the Protea Foundation, she is focused on expanding access to mental health resources for individuals impacted by traumatic experiences.
Skills & Expertise
Trauma-Informed Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Neurobiological Impact of Trauma
Ethical Practices and Clinical Approach
Cristina Pearse adheres to the highest standards of ethical practice in her clinical work. She is committed to maintaining confidentiality, informed consent, and cultural competence in all therapeutic interactions. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based methodologies, ensuring that each client receives personalized and effective care. Cristina continuously engages in professional development to stay abreast of the latest advancements in trauma therapy.