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Christina McGuire, LCSW

LCSW for life transitions
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship and family work
  • Substance use support

About Christina McGuire

Christina McGuire is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maine with 15 years of experience supporting young adults, individuals, and families through a wide range of life challenges. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern Maine and completed studies in Outdoor Education and Experiential Learning at the University of New Hampshire, bringing both clinical training and experiential teaching to her practice. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a credential that reflects advanced training in assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic intervention.

Over the past five years Christina expanded her practice to include formal support for people struggling with substance use, adding to years of work in schools, health centers, homes, and outdoor settings. Much of her professional learning comes from blending outdoor and classroom-based approaches so clients can learn from real experience while addressing practical problems in daily life. She emphasizes helping people build coping skills and resilience as stressors move from being thought provoking to overwhelming.

Christina’s therapeutic style is laid back, person-centered, strengths-based, relational, and goal-oriented. She believes that being present with others during life-changing moments and teaching skills to improve coping is a privilege. By collaborating with clients, she aims to support meaningful changes in quality of life for individuals and their families.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsFamily problemsForgivenessImpulsivityJealousyMidlife crisisMood disordersPersonality disordersPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Christina McGuire have?

Christina McGuire has 15 years of experience.

Is Christina McGuire a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are ME LCSW LC11182.

In which languages does Christina McGuire provide therapy?

Christina McGuire provides therapy in English.

Where is Christina McGuire located?

Christina McGuire is located in Maine.

How can I work with Christina McGuire as my therapist?

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

Does Christina McGuire work with international clients?

Christina McGuire does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Christina McGuire cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client’s 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Individuals can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Christina McGuire integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally-focused techniques to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship that helps people explore their values and goals and is useful for self-esteem, life transitions, and relational concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is often applied to anxiety, depression, and coping skills work. Emotionally-Focused Therapy emphasizes understanding and reshaping emotional responses in relationships and can help with attachment issues, couples work, and healing from relational trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Christina works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. She draws from multiple modalities to prioritize practical strategies and relational change that feel most useful to each individual.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in that collaborative work. Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit their schedules and comfort levels, making it easier to attend sessions from home, work, or while traveling. These options support continuity of care and make consistent progress more attainable for people balancing busy lives.

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