Christine Barnes, LCSW
Trauma-focused licensed clinical social worker
- Direct and compassionate care
- Experience with veterans
- Honest therapeutic approach
About Christine Barnes
Christine Barnes is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who brings a steady, experienced presence to clinical practice. She spent ten years working with the Department of Veterans Affairs, providing care to veterans coping with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Before her tenure at the VA, she offered psychotherapy and crisis intervention in nursing homes and community mental health centers, supporting people across the lifespan and diverse backgrounds.
As a clinician she identifies primarily as a trauma therapist and approaches diagnosis through the lens of past adverse experiences. Her style blends directness with compassion - a combination that some clients have described as 'blunt' and 'caring.' She values candid feedback and believes in helping clients face difficult truths as part of meaningful change. Christine focuses on practical, evidence-informed strategies to address stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting, and a range of other issues.
She combines years of front-line experience with trauma-focused perspectives to guide clients toward clearer insight and actionable coping skills. She looks forward to working with individuals seeking an honest and supportive therapeutic relationship.
As a clinician she identifies primarily as a trauma therapist and approaches diagnosis through the lens of past adverse experiences. Her style blends directness with compassion - a combination that some clients have described as 'blunt' and 'caring.' She values candid feedback and believes in helping clients face difficult truths as part of meaningful change. Christine focuses on practical, evidence-informed strategies to address stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting, and a range of other issues.
She combines years of front-line experience with trauma-focused perspectives to guide clients toward clearer insight and actionable coping skills. She looks forward to working with individuals seeking an honest and supportive therapeutic relationship.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Christine Barnes have?
Christine Barnes has 17 years of experience.
Is Christine Barnes a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License details: TX LCSW 65872, ND LCSW 6278.
In which languages does Christine Barnes provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Christine Barnes located?
She is located in Texas.
How can I work with Christine Barnes as my therapist?
Clients can work with Christine Barnes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Christine Barnes work with international clients?
No. Christine Barnes does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Christine Barnes cost?
Costs can vary based on factors such as location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the 'Start Therapy' button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
To get started with Christine Barnes, click the 'Start Therapy' button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with the therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care
Christine Barnes frequently uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors - an approach that is effective for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. She also integrates trauma-focused therapy to address the emotional and physiological effects of past adverse experiences, working to process trauma and reduce its ongoing impact. When appropriate, elements of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) are used to build skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Christine collaborates with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time based on progress and client feedback, treating therapy as a joint effort between therapist and client.
Online therapy with Christine is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access licensed professionals and therapists from varied locations while working toward personal goals.