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Christina Macnamara, LCSW

Guides clients through life transitions
  • Client-centered care
  • Solution-focused strategies
  • 29 years experience

About Christina Macnamara

Christina Macnamara is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 29 years of experience who helps adults and children navigate difficult life moments. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship strain, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and the day-to-day strains that accompany illness, job changes, separation, or loss. Christina frames these experiences as common turning points where extra support can help a person regain direction and find coping strategies that fit their life.

Her clinical style blends client-centered care with solution-focused methods and cognitive behavioral techniques. She treats therapy as a collaborative partnership - listening closely to each person, tailoring interventions to fit individual needs, and focusing on practical steps that reduce distress and restore functioning. Christina draws on established psychological theories while keeping the work grounded in the client’s priorities and strengths.

As an LCSW - a licensed clinician trained to provide mental health therapy and social work services - she aims to create an environment where people can process difficult feelings, make clearer decisions, and move forward. Christina welcomes the opportunity to support clients through transitions and looks forward to meeting those ready to begin the work.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Christina Macnamara have?

Christina Macnamara has 29 years of professional experience.

Is Christina Macnamara a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are FL LCSW SW13068.

In which languages does Christina Macnamara provide therapy?

Christina provides therapy in English.

Where is Christina Macnamara located?

Christina is located in Florida.

How can I work with Christina Macnamara as my therapist?

You can work with Christina through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Christina Macnamara work with international clients?

Christina Macnamara does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Christina Macnamara cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's 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?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Christina frequently uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and respect so clients can explore their own solutions and strengthen self-understanding - this approach supports issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns, and parenting challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior and teaching practical skills to change them - it is often applied to anxiety, depression, and problem-solving difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Christina collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the work as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor treatment to what matters most to the client.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, geographic distance, or mobility limitations. These options make it easier for clients to maintain continuity of care and access licensed professionals in ways that fit their daily lives.

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