Christina Burnett, LCSW

Christina Burnett is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who combines practical therapy methods with steady, down-to-earth support. She focuses on reducing anxiety, managing stress, and addressing addiction and relationship struggles. Christina speaks plainly and aims to make each session helpful and doable for busy parents and adults.

She takes a client-centered approach, meeting people where they are and building on their strengths. Christina uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. She also draws on motivational interviewing to help people find reasons to change and sustain progress.

Christina has worked in community mental health and substance abuse treatment since 2015. Much of her early work involved supporting adults involved with criminal and family courts, which shaped her practical problem-solving style. Over 12 years she has helped clients with depression, trauma, panic, workplace stress, and substance use challenges.

Her background includes a bachelor's degree in psychology from Penn State University and a Master of Social Work from the University of New England. She holds Pennsylvania LCSW licensure. Christina emphasizes collaboration - she listens first, then suggests small, concrete steps that fit daily life.

Sessions typically focus on what is most pressing, whether that is coping with a major life change, reducing panic attacks, or improving communication. Christina aims to help people feel steadier and more in control through clear goals and hands-on tools.

How Christina Uses Evidence-Based Approaches Online

Christina often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot thoughts that increase worry or low mood, then test small behavior changes to ease symptoms. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and some addictive behaviors. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to keep the work grounded in each person's goals and pace, offering empathy and listening first before suggesting steps.

Finding the right approach happens together. Christina will discuss different methods and tailor sessions based on what the client needs and prefers. That collaborative process helps set realistic goals and adjust techniques over time so therapy fits everyday life.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video lets people work face-to-face while phone can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit brief updates, homework checks, or moments when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, childcare, and other obligations.