Christina Papasso

Hi, I’m Christina. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience working with adolescents, young adults, families, and veterans.

My clinical approach is solution-focused, creative, warm, direct, and insightful. I integrate evidence-based practices including CBT and DBT, tailoring treatment to each client’s strengths and goals. I also enjoy helping clients explore attachment styles and relationship dynamics, increasing insight into patterns that may be impacting connection, communication, and overall wellbeing. I prioritize building strong rapport so clients feel supported and empowered to create meaningful change.

I specialize in working with adolescents, college students, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, academic stress, identity development, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I also work with moms and women who feel overwhelmed or stretched thin, helping them establish healthier boundaries, reduce burnout, and reconnect with themselves.

As an Army Veteran, I understand the unique stressors of military life and am honored to work with service members, veterans, and their families. My background includes private practice leadership, school-based and university mental health, and clinical work with veterans through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

I look forward to supporting you wherever you are in your journey.

My approach is solution-focused, creative, warm, and direct. I strive to create a supportive, collaborative space where you feel understood while also gaining practical tools to move forward.

I integrate evidence-based practices such as CBT and DBT, and I enjoy exploring attachment styles and relationship dynamics to help clients better understand patterns that impact their wellbeing and relationships. Therapy with me focuses on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and creating meaningful, lasting change.

In our first session, you can expect a welcoming, supportive space where we begin getting to know each other. I’ll ask about what brings you to therapy, your current concerns, and any important background information to better understand the full picture of your life.

We’ll talk about your goals, what you hope to gain from therapy, and any previous experiences you’ve had with counseling. I may ask questions about relationships, stressors, coping patterns, and strengths to help identify themes and areas of focus.

My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. You can expect thoughtful questions, genuine curiosity, and a balance of listening and gentle guidance. By the end of the session, we’ll begin identifying initial goals and discuss next steps so you leave with clarity about how we’ll move forward together.