Christina “Christie” Samulevich, LCSW

Christina “Christie” Samulevich recognizes that life can leave individuals feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or swept up in an emotional roller coaster. Difficult experiences and major transitions often create uncertainty about how to move forward and can sap energy and hope. When attempts to cope alone have not brought relief, seeking support can be the next step toward change.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she offers compassionate guidance and practical support to help clients navigate challenges and regain a sense of direction. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a credential that reflects clinical training in social work and mental health care. Christie draws on her training and experience with diverse client populations to work alongside people through each stage of their journey.

She emphasizes a nonjudgmental, authentic space where clients can speak candidly and explore what matters most to them. Taking the step to begin therapy is acknowledged as a courageous choice, and she affirms that investing in that process is worthwhile. Together with clients, she focuses on finding paths forward that align with their goals and values.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Christina “Christie” Samulevich draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to support clients in an online setting. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an accepting, nonjudgmental environment where clients lead the conversation and explore what matters most to them - it is useful for building self-awareness, improving relationships, and navigating life changes. CBT helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, making it a practical option for stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with difficult situations. DBT teaches skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions, self-soothing, and relationship challenges.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself, and she collaborates with clients to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and personal preferences. This collaborative process allows adjustments over time as circumstances change and progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into a busy life or to continue therapy from different locations. These options can expand access to licensed professionals and support consistent engagement with therapy while accommodating different communication styles and scheduling needs.