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Christine Barnes, LCSW

Trauma-focused Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 17 years experience
  • Direct compassionate style
  • Veteran mental health experience

About Christine Barnes

Christine Barnes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 17 years of clinical experience, including ten years serving at the Department of Veterans Affairs where she provided therapy to veterans coping with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. She previously worked in nursing homes and community mental health centers, offering psychotherapy and crisis intervention to people of varied ages and backgrounds.

Grounded in trauma-focused practice, she approaches diagnoses with the view that many concerns are rooted in earlier adverse experiences. Her style blends directness with compassion, and clients have described her as "blunt" and "caring." One of the compliments she cites most often is "You are the person that tells me the truth that I don't want to hear."

She uses a straightforward, compassionate approach to help people face difficult truths and make practical changes. She looks forward to working with individuals who value honest, focused therapeutic work.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Christine Barnes have?

Christine Barnes has 17 years of experience in clinical social work, including ten years of service with the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Is Christine Barnes a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are TX LCSW 65872 and ND LCSW 6278.

In which languages does Christine Barnes provide therapy?

Christine Barnes provides therapy in English.

Where is Christine Barnes located?

Christine Barnes is located in Texas.

How can I work with Christine Barnes as my therapist?

You can work with Christine Barnes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Christine Barnes work with international clients?

Christine Barnes does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Christine Barnes cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a meaningful difference. For a range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the primary benefits is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to integrate therapy into a busy schedule.

Therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and clients can change therapists if they decide a different fit would be better. For many people, remote therapy provides an accessible, effective way to get support while maintaining practical routines.

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