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Christine McKenna

Christine McKenna

LCSW

New Hampshire

Practical support for motivation and recovery

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, New Hampshire / 2272
Experience
4 years
Languages
English
Location
New Hampshire

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    • Addictions support
    • Grief and loss
    • Building self esteem

    About Christine

    Christine McKenna is a licensed clinical social worker in New Hampshire. She helps people who are struggling with addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and life changes. She approaches each person with respect and a focus on the strengths they already have.

    She believes the person in therapy knows their own story best. Christine uses that perspective to build practical steps forward rather than insisting on one single method. She aims to make early meetings clear and straightforward so people know what to expect.

    Her work draws on several approaches, including Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She blends these with client-centered conversations to help people find motivation, tackle unhelpful thinking, and take small, manageable actions.

    Christine has four years of professional experience as an LCSW. She has helped people dealing with issues linked to natural or human-caused disasters, domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction, first responder stress, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and veteran and armed forces issues.

    She aims to support and empower people through change. The focus is on practical steps, clearer goals, and using a person’s existing strengths to move toward a more satisfying life.

  2. Therapeutic approaches used online and what they do

    Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to build motivation and commitment for steps like reducing substance use or making health changes.

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It emphasizes acting in ways that match personal values, which can help with grief, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes.

    Client-Centered Therapy centers sessions on the person's experience. The therapist listens deeply and follows the person's lead to build trust and clarify goals.

    Finding the right way to work together is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with the person to choose an approach based on their needs, goals, and preferences rather than applying one method to every situation.

    Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Many people find remote sessions help with scheduling, reduce travel time, and make it simpler to check in during work breaks or between responsibilities.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes

    Additional focus areas

    Coping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingVeteran and Armed Forces Issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    4+ years

    Listed in

    New Hampshire

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does Christine help with?

    She supports people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include disaster response, domestic violence, substance issues, first responder stress, hospice and veteran matters.

    What is her style in sessions?

    Sessions are collaborative and person-centered. She emphasizes strengths, practical goals, and small steps toward change.

    How much experience does she have?

    She has four years of professional experience as a licensed social worker working with the listed concerns.

    What credential does she hold and where is she based?

    She is an LCSW licensed in New Hampshire and practices there.

    Which languages are offered for sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can international clients work with her?

    International clients are not currently accepted.

    How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with her?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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