Hello! My name is Christie. I hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with close to 15 years of experience providing direct care services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. I have a passion and clinical interest in working with women’s issues, multicultural intervention, grief, dual diagnosis, caregivers stress. I have an extensive history of assisting clients with the following issues: Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Coping Skills, Stress, Life Transitions, and Addiction.
I use an eclectic approach when working with people as well as individually tailor treatment to the individual’s personal needs. I often use techniques that are derived from Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Trauma Focused Therapy.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Divorce and separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Problems, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Multicultural Concerns, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-love, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
NC LCSW C007633
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Christie Davis-Uwah. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She is extremely patient and understanding during our sessions and always has great advice to give.
Written on Mar 16, 2022 after therapy with Christie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, self esteem, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Christie is very knowledgeable in her field of work. She never makes you feel rushed when you are having a phone session with her. She allows you to express yourself. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Written on Feb 24, 2022 after therapy with Christie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Christie has been a true gift to me! She listens intently and offers practical help and suggestions that I have never thought of. I would recommend her to anyone I know or don't know, knowing that she is an exceptional therapist and human being.
Written on Feb 01, 2022 after therapy with Christie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd