Christine Goodstein, LCSW

Christine Goodstein is a licensed clinical social worker who brings a straightforward, strengths-based focus to therapy. She draws on 13 years of clinical experience to help people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and low self-esteem. Christine works in a way that centers each person's story and practical needs. She helps people of many ages, and her background includes work in healthcare, group homes, and schools. Currently she also works in a prison setting, which has informed her practical approach to complex situations. Christine asks questions to understand what matters most to each person before planning next steps. In sessions she looks for small, doable changes that fit daily life. Christine emphasizes strengths people already have and builds on them. She helps people talk through relationship problems, manage mood and anxiety, and cope with effects of trauma and abuse. Her approach is collaborative and straightforward. Christine says it takes courage to start therapy, and she aims to support and empower people as they try different strategies. She encourages honest conversation about goals, setbacks, and progress so work in therapy stays useful. Christine is licensed as an LCSW in California and Delaware and practices with attention to each person’s needs. Sessions are conducted in English and she does not work with international clients at this time. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details.

How evidence-based techniques translate to online care

Christine uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and rebuild routines. One common approach focuses on teaching practical coping skills for anxiety and stress, such as breathing, pacing daily tasks, and breaking problems into smaller steps. These skills aim to reduce immediate distress and make everyday life feel more manageable.

Another approach emphasizes processing the effects of trauma and abuse at a steady, supported pace. This means talking through what happened, identifying triggers, and developing ways to cope with memories and reactions. The goal is to help people feel more in control of their responses over time.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Christine collaborates with each person to decide what methods fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. She checks in as progress is made and adjusts the plan if something is not helping.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session formats available before booking since the profile does not list them. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and coping strategies to remote sessions so therapeutic work remains practical and goal focused.