My name is Christa Christine and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I earned my Master’s degree from California State University Northridge, and have 12 years of experience working with individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges and achieve meaningful change. I am excited to begin our journey together. My approach is rooted in exploring each client's unique experiences and providing evidence-based interventions that promote healing and growth. I believe in working alongside individuals and couples to help them uncover unconscious patterns and attachment wounds that may be getting in the way of them leading healthier, more fulfilling, and authentic lives. My role is to provide a safe, supportive space for you to process your feelings while ensuring you feel secure within our teletherapy environment. You are the expert on your life, and your personal goals have value and will guide our treatment plan.
Your first session with me is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and begin building a foundation of trust and understanding. During this session, we will discuss what brought you to therapy, explore your goals, and identify any specific challenges you’d like to address. I will ask questions to better understand your background, experiences, and what’s important to you. This is also your chance to ask questions about my approach and share any concerns or expectations you have for therapy. Together, we’ll begin creating a personalized plan to guide our work and ensure it aligns with your unique needs. The first session is about creating a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to start your journey toward growth and healing.
As a therapist, my greatest strengths are my deep empathy, commitment to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space, and my ability to connect with clients in a meaningful way. I bring a collaborative approach to therapy, respecting your expertise on your own life while guiding you through proven, evidence-based techniques tailored to your unique needs. I am passionate about helping clients explore their emotions and challenges, while focusing on their strengths and resilience. My years of experience have taught me the importance of adapting to each client’s pace and goals, ensuring that therapy feels both supportive and empowering. My dedication to your growth, well-being, and healing is at the core of every interaction we have.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples who are seeking support to navigate life’s challenges, build healthier relationships, and foster personal growth. My ideal clients are motivated to explore their emotions, improve communication, and develop tools for resilience and self-discovery. Whether you’re dealing with challenges around self-esteem, relationship struggles, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space to help you uncover solutions that align with your values and goals. I am especially attuned to working with clients who value a collaborative and strengths-based approach, and who are ready to take meaningful steps toward positive change.
I guide clients through structured techniques to help them better understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and actions. Together, we work on building practical skills to manage stress, overcome obstacles, and create lasting positive change.
I help clients explore and understand their emotional patterns, identify unmet needs, and address negative cycles that may be causing disconnection. By fostering a safe and empathetic environment, I guide you toward creating new, healthier ways of interacting that build trust, intimacy, and resilience. Whether you're navigating relational challenges or seeking to enhance emotional well-being, EFT can empower you to experience more meaningful and connected relationships.
I use this approach to help couples improve communication, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connection. Each session focuses on practical tools and strategies tailored to your unique relationship dynamics. Whether you're looking to enhance your partnership or navigate difficult challenges, I create a safe and supportive space to guide you toward a more fulfilling and resilient relationship.
I use Motivational Interviewing to support clients who may feel stuck or ambivalent about making changes in their lives. Whether addressing challenges related to health, relationships, or personal growth, I provide a nonjudgmental environment to help you uncover your strengths, resolve internal conflicts, and build confidence in your ability to move forward. Together, we work at your pace, empowering you to make meaningful, self-directed progress.
I help clients identify and build on their unique strengths to overcome obstacles and create meaningful progress. By shifting the focus from problems to possibilities, we work together to cultivate self-confidence, enhance problem-solving skills, and develop a stronger sense of purpose. Whether you're seeking personal growth or navigating difficulties, Strength-Based Therapy empowers you to see yourself as capable and resourceful, enabling you to lead a more fulfilling and authentic life.