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Tina Christoffersen

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Many of my clients appear high-functioning on the outside but internally struggle with anxiety, trauma, overthinking, relationship patterns, or persistent feelings of guilt and self-doubt. They often understand their patterns intellectually yet still feel stuck repeating them. I specialize in EMDR therapy, an evidence-based approach that helps the brain process difficult or overwhelming experiences so they no longer feel as emotionally intense, allowing clients to move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.

My approach to therapy

My approach is warm, direct, and intentional. I meet you where you are and I also support and challenge you when growth is ready to happen. Therapy with me is not just space to vent. We work intentionally to identify patterns, build emotional regulation, strengthen boundaries, and move toward self trust and confidence.

What you can expect from me

This is a space for healing, clarity, and growth. We work together to break patterns, strengthen boundaries and self trust, and create emotional peace. You do not need the perfect words to begin. Send a message and we will take it from there.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Inquisitive, Humorous, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Stony Brook University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Providence Health Plan

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Stress management, Panic disorders, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
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