About Us
At Theia Therapy, we aim to provide the highest standards of counselling and psychotherapy, led by the cornerstones of our practice. These are:
EMPATHY - unconditional respect, care, and understanding for each client
EQUALITY - everyone is welcome, regardless of race, religion, ability, sexuality, or gender
CURIOSITY - each session is led by professional and human curiosity about you, your story, and your background, and what we can do together to help
We are committed to providing the best of affirming care to LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent clients; as such, we regularly attend conferencing and training to stay up-to-date on the latest developments
Meet Our Team
Chrysoula (Chrys) Cruise, BSc
(She/ they)
Chrys is the founder of Theia Therapy. She is an integrative therapist with a particular interest in creative therapies, and Gender, Sex, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD). She interned at Rainbow Minds from 2024-2025, and graduated from IICP College in 2025. Chrys is a member of IACP, IAPP, and IACAT. She also holds a number of certificates in art therapy, sexuality, neurodivergence, trauma, and dreams.
Chrys works with:
LGBTQ+ couples and polycules
Neurodivergent clients
Individual clients over 16
Presentations of trauma, gender dysphoria, sexual compulsion, questions around identity or sexuality, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness, stress, relationship issues, and more
Anyone who would like to take care of their mental health in a creative manner
Why Theia Therapy?
Theia is the Greek Titan goddess of sight. She is known for instilling inner luminescence in precious stones and metals, and is the mother of the sun, moon, and dawn. Can she help you find your inner light?
Why art therapy?
Art therapy is a research-backed way to get in touch with your inner child, to express unheard emotions, and to process trauma safely. It is often a very beautiful, cathartic experience for clients who have found that words just aren’t enough. And as a bonus, it’s usually quite fun!
Who does this suit?
Integrative, psychodynamic therapy is fully customised, so it suits almost everyone. An ideal client presentation for us would be a person of any gender or age, but particularly gender diverse 20-30 year olds with a creative streak, who may be questioning their identity, gender, sexuality, or relationships. Couples and relationship counselling specific to LGBTQ+ folk is one of our specialities here.