Christine "Christie" Kraft is a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of experience. She focuses on building stronger self worth and helping people manage stress and anxiety. Christie values a straightforward, respectful approach and listens without judgment.
She believes clients know their own stories and bring strengths to therapy. Sessions aim to help people notice unhelpful patterns and practice different ways of responding. The work is practical and grounded in everyday goals, like improving communication or coping with stressful moments.
Christie uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy to fit each person's needs. She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills and client-centered conversation when helpful. These methods guide short exercises, skill practice, and gentle reflection rather than abstract theory.
Her background includes long-term clinical work in Arizona where she supported people through trauma, parenting challenges, divorce and separation, and relationship concerns. Over time she has focused on helping people reduce shame, rebuild self-love, and handle social anxiety.
Clients can expect calm listening, clear options for practice, and step-by-step ways to try new behaviors. Christie aims to help people move toward more confident choices and steadier emotional responses. For international clients or those who prefer English sessions, she works in English and can discuss how to begin.
How therapy approaches shape online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts without getting stuck and then take actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and self esteem struggles. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches practical tools to change unhelpful patterns. It can help with social anxiety, worry, and managing strong emotions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships affect current connection and trust, and can be useful for people coping with abandonment, relationship conflict, or post-traumatic stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will ask about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Then she will suggest methods to try and adjust them based on what feels useful. This is a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy life and reducing travel time, which can make regular meetings easier to keep. Online work can allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and it can let people choose audio-only or video depending on what they prefer. Because the original biography did not list specific session formats, confirm current online or other options before booking so sessions match your needs and routine.
Christine focuses on stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, parenting, and self esteem. Additional areas include attachment issues, communication problems, and social anxiety.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and client-centered, with calm listening and collaborative goal-setting. Sessions often include skill practice and short exercises to try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and community care. That background includes helping people after trauma and during major life changes.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in Arizona. This profile reflects those credentials as provided.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients. Prospective clients can confirm fit during the intake process.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during sign-up.
How do I begin working together?
Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. The therapist will then follow up about next steps.