Hello, my name is Christina DeSantis. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Simmons College. I have been in the Human Services field for over 15 years. I’ve worked as a therapist in various capacities for over 10 years. I have worked with individuals of all ages. The areas in which I have the most exposure are with people dealing with addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, people dealing with life changes, and people who are struggling with emotional distress due to medical conditions. I do not subscribe to one treatment modality in particular. I think it is important to customize treatment based on the person’s individualized needs. I do have experience in using Cognitive -Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
As a therapist, I consider my most important values to be the ability to be open-minded, empathetic and non-judgmental. I believe the thing that sets me apart from other therapists is my ability to be real and authentic but being compassionate at the same time. I strongly believe in honesty within a therapeutic relationship. I commit myself to being honest to the people I work with. In return, I hope to provide a safe space for people to be comfortable and candid. I understand that therapy can be hard work, and taking the steps towards working on you can be scary. My hope is to be a guide in this experience and to offer support as you tackle some of life’s biggest challenges. I look forward to walking through this important journey with you.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Sexual assault and abuse
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
MA LICSW 118251
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Took a leap and started therapy. So far my sessions are going well. She listens to understands, not judgmental and I find it easy to talk to her. I look forward to having more sessions with Christina as navigate my way to heal and be a better me.
Written on Feb 07, 2023 after therapy with Christina for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and career difficulties
I’ve been seeing Christina for a few years now and she’s been pivotal in helping me to better myself. I can’t highly recommend her enough.
Written on Dec 26, 2022 after therapy with Christina for 2 years and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Have had a few sessions with Christina and have found her to be very helpful and a great match for me and my needs so far.
Written on Nov 10, 2022 after therapy with Christina for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Christina has been an amazing addition to my life. I’ve been consistently been seeing her for over 6 months and my life has completely changed around. I feel so heard and seen. I feel like I found a friend in her (except that she’ll always support me ☺️) you better take argentage of it before she becomes too demanded ! Never letting her go !
Written on Jun 26, 2022 after therapy with Christina for 10 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Christina DeSantis is amazing! I was struggling emotionally for years!! Until I met her and she helped steer me on a path towards my goals, health, growth and openess. I truly appreciate everything she's does. I feel like I'm in a much better headspace and more confident in myself! Thank you ❤️
Written on Jun 08, 2022 after therapy with Christina for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
She is amazing! Highly reccomend!
Written on Nov 19, 2021 after therapy with Christina for 10 months