LCSW, 1 years of experience
Hello! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia, I hold a Master's Degree in Social Work and bring over two decades of experience to my practice. My methodology is rooted in a gentle, nonjudgmental stance, incorporating EMDR, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapies. I am committed to honoring and affirming all expressions of gender, spirituality, and identity. My expertise lies in helping individuals with anxiety to feel significantly less anxious and more empowered. I have extensive experience in addressing PTSD, depression, anxiety, stress management, and caregiver fatigue. Additionally, I offer support to healthcare professionals dealing with burnout and work-related trauma.
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. I will ask about specific symptoms or problems you may be having and your history with these symptoms of problems. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
With over two decades of professional social work experience, collaborating with healthcare professionals and community service providers, I have developed a comprehensive understanding of various mental health issues and effective treatment strategies. My dedication to inclusivity ensures that all clients, regardless of their background or identity, feel valued and understood. My therapeutic approach is gentle and nonjudgmental, fostering a safe and supportive environment that helps clients feel comfortable and accepted, which is essential for successful therapy. I employ a variety of evidence-based modalities that are supported by research and proven effective in treating a spectrum of mental health conditions.
I enjoy working with a wide variety of people from adolescence to advanced age, across all socioeconomic backgrounds and cultures. I honor and affirm all expressions of gender, spirituality, and identity. Honestly, as long as you are personally motivated to engage in therapy, I am happy to work with them.
As a therapist specializing in EMDR therapy, I utilize this approach to help clients process and heal from traumatic experiences. EMDR therapy is based on the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model, which suggests that traumatic memories are stored differently in the brain compared to non-traumatic memories. This can lead to symptoms such as anxiety, depression, flashbacks, and nightmares.
As a therapist specializing in TF-CBT, I utilize this evidence-based approach to help clients, particularly adolescents, process and heal from traumatic experiences. TF-CBT integrates trauma-sensitive interventions with cognitive behavioral techniques to address the emotional and psychological impact of trauma.
I utilize CBT to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to their mental health issues. CBT is a structured, goal-oriented approach that is effective for a variety of conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, and mood disorders.
As a therapist, I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into my practice to help clients manage a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, and trauma. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients accept their thoughts and feelings without judgment while committing to actions that align with their core values. I teach clients techniques to distance themselves from their thoughts, reducing their power. This approach promotes psychological flexibility, enabling clients to live more meaningful and fulfilling lives despite challenges.
2 ratings with written reviews
July 24, 2025
She's really sweet, funny, works around my schedule, makes sure I'm not being charged extra, and makes me feel safe <3
July 2, 2025
Christina is kind, intuitive, intelligent, and very caring. I’m very grateful that I’m able to talk through some of my issues and sadness with her and feel trust and confidence in what she’s sharing with me.