Christine McKenna, LCSW
Licensed in New Hampshire · 4 years in practice
Christine McKenna is a licensed clinical social worker in New Hampshire with four years of practice.
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 licensed clinical social worker in New Hampshire with four years of practice. She helps people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, low self-esteem, and major life changes. She focuses on practical steps people can use each day to feel a bit more in control.
She works from the belief that each person knows their own story best. Sessions start by listening closely to what matters to the client and what they want to change.
Background and approach
Christine aims to build on existing strengths and practical skills rather than replacing what already works. Her approach blends several methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment ideas, and client-centered listening. That mix is used to reduce painful thoughts, increase useful behaviors, and clarify personal values.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, when appropriate, can be part of trauma work. Practical tools and short-term goals are common in sessions. Christine often uses motivational interviewing to help people find reasons to keep going when change feels hard.
Conversations are straightforward and focused on what will make daily life easier. People who choose her often want steady support through difficult transitions. She offers a calm, respectful style and encourages small steps that add up over time.
The aim is steady progress toward clearer values and better coping skills.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Christine lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- First responder issues
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Approaches Christine names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
Approaches that translate well to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying what matters most to you and taking small actions that reflect those values. It helps with persistent worry, low mood, and motivation problems by shifting attention toward meaningful steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and teaches practical coping skills. This approach is useful for managing anxiety, depression, and cravings by changing unhelpful patterns and building healthier habits.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, is a trauma-focused method that can reduce the intensity of painful memories. When appropriate, parts of EMDR may be used to address trauma reactions in a structured way.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about symptoms, goals, and preferences, then suggest methods that fit. Decisions are collaborative and can be adjusted as therapy progresses.
Online sessions offer flexibility for busy schedules. Video calls allow fuller interaction, phone sessions use less bandwidth, live chat can fit quick check-ins, and text messaging supports ongoing reflection between appointments. These options make it easier to keep consistent momentum while fitting therapy into daily life.
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Questions people ask
What concerns does Christine focus on?
She helps people with addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, self-esteem, and coping with major life changes. She also works with issues like domestic violence, first responder stress, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and veteran-related challenges.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She listens first, then helps set small, achievable goals and tools clients can use between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience working with people on addiction, trauma, grief, and related concerns.
What credentials and location should I know about?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New Hampshire. Sessions are offered from that state.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are offered?
She works online using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
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