- Client-centered work
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness practices
About Christa
Christa Perz is a licensed clinical social worker in New York with 18 years of experience. She works with people facing anxiety, stress, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, and addictions. Christa also supports those coping with grief, parenting strain, career questions, and life changes.
Her approach centers on the person in front of her. She uses client-centered methods to listen and reflect. She blends practical techniques from cognitive behavioral work and motivational interviewing when helpful.
Sessions focus on clear goals and usable skills. She helps people notice unhelpful thinking, try different behaviors, and build everyday routines that feel more manageable. For people struggling with addiction or motivation, she uses conversational strategies to explore change options and next steps.
Christa draws on narrative and mindfulness ideas when they fit the work. Narrative methods help people make sense of difficult events. Mindfulness exercises support attention and reduce reactivity during stressful moments.
She has substantial experience with trauma-related concerns and with relationship and family stress. Her practice aims to be straightforward and flexible, helping people find concrete steps they can use between sessions.
How therapeutic approaches guide online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people feel understood and can set their own goals. It helps when someone wants a respectful, collaborative space to talk through worries and decisions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down thoughts, feelings, and actions into manageable parts. It offers step-by-step techniques to test unhelpful thoughts and practice different behaviors for anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy uses simple attention exercises to reduce reactivity and increase awareness of the present moment. These practices can help when anxiety or strong emotions interfere with daily tasks. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, and then try approaches that match those needs. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made. Session logistics should fit into daily life. The biography does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm current online session options before booking. Practical benefits often include easier scheduling around work or caregiving, shorter check-ins when time is limited, and not needing to travel to an office. Therapists and licensed professionals can adapt techniques such as CBT exercises or mindfulness practices to work well in remote sessions.Areas of expertise
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting strain, and related life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is person-focused and practical. She listens, reflects, and uses techniques from client-centered work, CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing as needed.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 18 years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of concerns including trauma, addiction, and relationship stress.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds the LCSW-R credential and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.