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Christina Pruden, LCSW

Licensed social worker focused on strengths-based care
  • Strengths based care
  • Addiction counselor training
  • Trauma informed practice

About Christina Pruden

Christina Pruden is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with five years of experience across multiple levels of mental health care. She combines formal training and lived experience to tailor support to each person's needs, helping clients access community resources and build practical coping skills.

Christina holds a Master of Social Work and completed a certificate in addiction counselor training at Rutgers University. She has pursued additional advanced trainings in trauma care and cognitive behavioral therapy to refine the therapeutic tools she brings to sessions. Her approach centers on strengthening individual resources while addressing barriers that interfere with well-being.

Having navigated personal challenges herself, Christina brings empathy and commitment to helping others find workable paths forward. She emphasizes collaboration in the counseling relationship, working with people across the spectrum of mental health who share a goal of improving their lives when the therapeutic match feels right. Christina focuses on teaching healthy coping techniques and building on strengths to support lasting change.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsGender dysphoriaMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Christina Pruden have?

Christina Pruden has five years of experience in mental health practice.

Is Christina Pruden a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: NJ LCSW 44SC05984500.

In which languages does Christina Pruden provide therapy?

Christina provides therapy in English.

Where is Christina Pruden located?

Christina is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Christina Pruden as my therapist?

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

Does Christina Pruden work with international clients?

Christina Pruden does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Christina Pruden cost?

Costs can vary based on factors such as location and 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 a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Christina integrates several evidence-informed approaches to support clients in online sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people clarify their values and take committed action while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings; it can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, works by identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and improve coping for issues like depression and anxiety. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead, helping individuals feel heard and supported as they explore goals and solutions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Christina works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies over time based on what proves most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, continue care during life changes, and access licensed professionals from a convenient location, while preserving the collaborative and skill-based focus of Christina's practice.

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