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Colibri Meaning
Colibri means "hummingbird" in Latin, Spanish, and French. The hummingbird symbolizes joy, meaning, health, and presence. With wings that flutter rapidly—almost as if they exist on another plane—they carry a spiritual allure. Some believe that seeing a hummingbird is a sign from the other side, a message from a loved one who has passed. These wonderful, awe-inspiring creatures teach us to be mindful and live in the moment.
The hummingbird was chosen as both the name and logo of Colibri for these reasons, but also because it was the favorite bird of Christina’s late grandmother. A social worker herself, she embodied the nurturing and vibrant spirit of the hummingbird in all she did.
Hummingbird teaches us to transcend time, to recognize that what has happened in the past and what might happen in the future is not nearly as important as what we are experiencing now. It teaches us to hover in the moment, to appreciate its sweetness.” – Constance Barrett Sohodski
Your Provider:
Christina McKelvy, MC, LPC, LCPC, NCC, CCHMC
Founder/Owner of Colibri Counseling & Consulting, PLLC
Christina McKelvy is the founder and owner of Colibri Counseling & Consulting, PLLC. Originally from Hawaii, Christina now calls Arizona home. She holds a Master’s degree in Counseling from Arizona State University and a Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Childhood Education.
Christina has been a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) for nearly a decade and is a registered clinical supervisor through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health. She is also licensed as a Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC/CPC) in Nevada and is nationally certified (NCC) with a specialty credential as a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC) through the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC).
Her extensive training includes early childhood mental health (40 hours through Southwest Human Development), neurodivergent-informed treatment, play therapy, trauma-informed care, shame-informed treatment, and sand tray therapy (through the Center for Sandtray Play).
Christina is one of only three providers in Yavapai County recognized as a "Pride in Our Health" Provider, meeting the criteria to be listed as an LGBTQ-inclusive clinician in the region. She also works as a corporate trainer, offering workshops to help organizations support positive work/life balance and promoting employee wellness among managers and executives.
While Christina works with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, she is particularly passionate about supporting caregivers, educators, and parents. As a former caregiver herself, she understands the unique challenges faced by those in nurturing roles.
She also enjoys working with adults and unpacking their childhood experiences, especially early childhood as those years may shape our lives.
Christina's professional background includes roles as a clinical supervisor, hospital-based crisis counselor, and clinical director overseeing group homes and an outpatient clinic focused on serious mental illness and adolescent services.
Outside of her clinical work, Christina is an adjunct faculty instructor, freelance writer, and podcast host.
Organizations: American Counseling Association, Arizona Counselors Association, International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, Psychotherapy Action Network, Granite Mountain Psychological Society
