Christina DeSantis, LICSW

Christina DeSantis is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Massachusetts. She helps people who are coping with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma, relationship problems, and big life changes. Her tone is straightforward and direct, and she aims to make starting therapy a little less overwhelming.

Christina uses practical methods to address immediate concerns and habits that get in the way of daily life. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to build small, manageable steps toward change. Sessions focus on what is happening now and what can be done differently going forward.

She has eleven years of clinical experience and over a decade working in human services. That background includes helping people dealing with medical conditions that affect mood, as well as those facing substance use challenges and trauma. Christina explains tools clearly and helps people practice them between sessions.

Her approach is open-minded and non-judgmental. She aims to be honest and authentic while remaining compassionate. Christina encourages candid conversation and aims to create a space where people can speak plainly about difficult topics.

Therapy with her is collaborative and task-oriented. Clients can expect practical strategies, gentle challenge, and support while they work through goals like improving mood, reducing anxiety, managing cravings, or rebuilding daily routines.

How Christina’s approaches work online

Christina uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors that reduce anxiety or lift mood. Sessions focus on specific problems and practiceable skills to change daily routines and reactions.

She also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who feel stuck or ambivalent about change. This approach helps people clarify their reasons for change and find internal motivation at their own pace. Solution-Focused Therapy guides short-term goal setting and concentrates on small steps that lead to noticeable progress.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. Christina will work with each person to choose methods that match their goals, comfort level, and daily life. She checks in regularly and adjusts strategies as needed so work in sessions connects to real-world change.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video lets people use visual cues and shared worksheets. Phone sessions can fit a work break or be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging are useful for short check-ins, homework, or when someone prefers writing instead of speaking. These options make it easier to keep therapy going around school, work, or medical appointments.