Christine McKenna, LCSW

New Hampshire · 4 years in practice

Christine McKenna is a New Hampshire licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with four years of professional experience.

License and registration

LCSW, New Hampshire: 2272 · expires September 2027
NPI: 1871093971 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 4
Languages: English

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About Christine

Christine McKenna is a New Hampshire licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with four years of professional experience. She helps people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and major life changes. Her approach is practical and respectful, focused on each person's strengths and goals.

She listens first and follows the person's lead. Christine believes people are the experts in their own stories and draws on that knowledge to set small, achievable steps.

Background and approach

She uses clear language and collaborative planning rather than jargon or long lectures. Her work often combines short-term strategies and deeper processing. Christine uses techniques that address unhelpful thinking and build motivation for change.

She also uses methods that can help process traumatic memories when clients are ready. Clients can expect straightforward sessions that balance problem-solving and emotional support. Christine emphasizes safety, pacing, and practical tools people can use between meetings.

She encourages experimenting with different skills to find what fits each life and routine. Before beginning, she discusses goals and preferences and tailors each plan accordingly. Christine aims to help people reclaim a sense of control and move toward everyday functioning they value.

She supports steady progress and adjusts the pace as needs change.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Christine names

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Online support

How EMDR, ACT, and CBT work in online sessions

EMDR can help people process upsetting memories and reduce their emotional intensity. In online sessions this approach includes guided attention methods and careful pacing to make sure clients feel ready to proceed.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, teaches people to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on choosing actions that align with personal values and can help with grief, addiction triggers, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses practical exercises and homework to change unhelpful patterns and build new coping skills for stress, low self-esteem, and substance use challenges.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try different strategies, and adjust plans based on progress and comfort. That collaborative process helps decide whether EMDR, ACT, CBT, or a mix of methods fits best.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text give practical benefits. Video allows face-to-face connection and visual cues, phone works when bandwidth is low, live chat can help with shorter check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or unpredictable schedules.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Christine support?

She supports people dealing with addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include disaster recovery, domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction, first responder issues, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and veteran and armed forces issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and strengths-based. She listens first, follows the client's lead, and works together to set small, practical steps toward change.

What is her professional background?

She has four years of professional experience in clinical social work. That experience includes supporting people with addiction, trauma, grief, motivation, and self-esteem concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She holds a New Hampshire licensed clinical social worker credential, listed as LCSW, and practices in New Hampshire.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow flexibility for different schedules and needs.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen plan and region.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability. This process helps match goals and preferences before the first session.

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