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Christopher Messina, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Christopher is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Great news, Christopher is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Pennsylvania

More about Christopher

  • 4 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over five years of experience, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating life’s challenges. My practice integrates trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and behavioral health management to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel empowered to achieve healing and personal growth.

I value the therapeutic relationship and prioritize collaboration, ensuring every client feels heard, respected, and actively involved in their journey. By fostering trust, open communication, and mutual respect, I help clients build the skills, confidence, and self-awareness needed to face challenges and reach their fullest potential.

My approach blends evidence-based methods such as EMDR, CBT, CPT, ACT, SFBT, DBT-Skills, and relapse prevention, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. I strive to provide a nonjudgmental space where clients can feel genuinely supported and understood, allowing them to work through past experiences, develop resilience, and move forward with purpose.

With strengths in active listening, creative problem-solving, and advocacy, I am dedicated to helping clients build meaningful change and cultivate healthier, more fulfilling lives. Whether you’re seeking to overcome obstacles, heal from trauma, or develop coping strategies, I am here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Anger management Depression Abandonment Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Trichotillomania Workplace issues Young adult issues

Licenses

Christopher Messina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093345464.

  • LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW025272 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Christopher Messina offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Christopher Messina works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Christopher Messina speak?

Christopher Messina speaks English.

How many years of experience does Christopher Messina have?

Christopher Messina has 4 years of experience.

Where is Christopher Messina licensed to practice?

Christopher Messina is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.

Does Christopher Messina accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Christopher Messina does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Christopher Messina?

Christopher Messina can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Christopher Messina?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.