Media Appearances

Welcome to my press page. Below you’ll find podcasts, interviews, and articles where I’ve spoken about expat mental health, cultural transitions, grief and identity after relocation, and psychological wellbeing in global life contexts. If you're looking for expert commentary on expat psychology, trauma, or emotional resilience, this page brings together recent media features and appearances.

Podcasts & Interviews

Grief Out Loud Podcast
Episode 343: When Grief & Trauma Collide - Christina Babich, MA

Published February 2026

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Christina Babich joins the Grief Out Loud podcast to discuss the intersection of grief and trauma following sudden loss, and how it impacts the nervous system, identity, and sense of safety.

CultureXchange Podcast‍

Episode 34: When Change Hurts - The Hidden Grief of Life Transitions with Christina Babich
Published November 2025

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Christina Babich joins the CultureXchange podcast to discuss the “hidden grief” of life transitions — how change, uncertainty, and identity shifts can carry an emotional impact that often goes unrecognised.

In this episode, she explores how grief extends beyond loss of a person, and how major life changes can affect our sense of self, belonging, and stability.

Episode chapters:
00:00 Introduction & why I work with expats
03:05 The hidden grief that comes with major life transitions
06:50 The rise of mental health awareness
08:10 What PTSD is (and how it shows up)
09:40 The mind–body connection
11:35 Practical grounding tools for difficult moments
14:10 The quiet losses expats experience
16:10 My personal loss and how it shaped the way I support others
22:00 How relocation changes us: challenges and growth
24:40 The “in-between” feeling and identity
26:20 How to practice self-compassion

Video thumbnail showing Christina Babich and podcast host Nneya Richards smiling during a recorded conversation for the Building Home expat podcast.

Building Home: An Expat Podcast by Nneya Richards

Carrying Home Within: Navigating the Holidays, Grief, and Life Abroad with Christina Babich
Published December 2025

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Christina Babich joins the Building Home podcast to discuss grief, trauma, and the emotional complexity of living abroad — especially during the holidays.

In this episode, she explores how grief can follow you across borders, and why expats may feel heightened loneliness, guilt, or disconnection during times that are often expected to feel joyful.

Episode chapters:·
00:00 Introduction & setting the scene·
01:39 My journey to Budapest·
04:49 Cultural perspectives on psychology·
09:20 Navigating grief and trauma·
14:08 Finding home and stability·
18:31 The mind–body connection in healing·
23:35 Coping with holiday triggers·
27:54 Creating new traditions as an expat·
32:42 Staying sane during the holidays

Worlds Collide: The Podcast About Moving Abroad
Episode: Embracing Change - Christina's Expat Life from Canada to Budapest

Published December 2025

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Christina Babich joins the Worlds Collide podcast to share her experience of living across countries and building a life abroad.

She reflects on the emotional reality of relocation — including cultural disorientation, identity shifts, and the challenges of starting over — and how these experiences have shaped her perspective as a psychologist working with expats.

Episode chapters:
01:30 Introduction & my move to Europe
05:10 Why I chose Budapest as my base
09:40 The challenges of moving to Budapest
14:00 My work as a psychologist supporting expats
26:20 Celebrating Christmas as an expat & navigating holiday traditions

Articles

International Living Magazine
Article: Beyond the Honeymoon Phase: Building Inner Resilience Overseas
Published June 2025

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DenaeMcGaha.com
Article: Coping with Change: Mental Health Strategies from Psychologist Christina Babich
‍Published April 2025

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Featured on DenaeMcGaha.com, this article explores the psychological impact of life transitions — including grief, stress, and identity shifts — and how these experiences show up in the nervous system.

It offers practical, evidence-based strategies to help you feel more grounded and navigate change with greater stability.‍

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to common questions about starting online therapy, information about sessions, and what you can expect.

How do I get started?

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I’m currently accepting new clients. You can begin by completing the contact form and briefly sharing what’s bringing you to therapy.

We’ll then schedule a free 15-minute consultation to discuss what’s been feeling difficult and whether working together feels like a good fit.

What is your fee?

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Sessions are 100 EUR for 50 minutes.

I also offer a free 15-minute consultation so we can discuss whether the work feels like a good fit before getting started.

Do you offer sliding scale sessions?

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I offer a limited number of reduced-rate sessions for clients experiencing financial constraints.

If cost is a barrier, you’re welcome to mention this when reaching out and we can discuss current availability.

What is your cancellation policy?

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Appointments cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice are charged the full session fee, as session times are reserved specifically for you.

Thank you for understanding and respecting the consistency this helps maintain within the practice.

Is there anything outside of your scope?

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Yes. Part of ethical care is being clear about what I do, and do not, provide.

I work with adults (18+) experiencing concerns such as anxiety, trauma, grief, emotional overwhelm, burnout, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions, including the emotional impact of expat and digital nomad life.

Some situations require a higher level of support or more specialised care than I offer in private practice. This includes:
• Active suicidal or homicidal thoughts, with a current plan or intent
• Ongoing self-harm behaviours (e.g., cutting, burning)
• Significant substance use or addiction requiring medical or inpatient support
• Psychotic symptoms (such as hallucinations or delusions)
• Psychological or diagnostic testing needs. Note: I am partnered with Insight Medical in Budapest. This clinic offers thorough psychiatric evaluation online.
• Full DBT programs requiring group skills training or 24/7 phone coaching

I integrate DBT principles into my work, but I do not provide a full DBT program.

If a different level of care is needed, I’ll help guide you toward appropriate support or referral options.

Do you offer in-person sessions?

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My practice is fully online, and sessions take place via secure Zoom video calls.

Working online allows me to support expats, digital nomads, and internationally mobile clients wherever they’re based, while offering flexibility and continuity across time zones and travel.

Online therapy is well-supported by research and can be highly effective for concerns such as anxiety, trauma, grief, burnout, and life transitions.

Is your practice LGBTQ+ friendly and inclusive of diverse identities?

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Yes. My practice is LGBTQ+ affirming and committed to being a respectful, inclusive space for people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, and relationship structures.

I aim to create a space where you can show up as you are — without judgement, assumptions, or the pressure to explain or defend your identity.

Do you offer mental health workshops for international companies or remote teams?

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Yes — I work with organisations, offering workshops designed for expats, remote teams, and globally mobile professionals.
You can learn more about my workshops here.