Licensed clinical social worker recordVirginia
Chrasanthum "Chrissy" Nieves, LCSW
Virginia
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Mood
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Virginia
- LCSW, licence 0904016723
- NPI
- 1053198507
- Experience
- 3 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Virginia
These details come from information Chrasanthum supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
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About Chrasanthum
Chrasanthum "Chrissy" Nieves is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia with three years of experience in mental health and addictions counseling. She works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes. Chrissy also focuses on issues like communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, forgiveness, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, veteran and armed forces issues, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, women’s issues, and workplace concerns.
Chrissy uses straightforward conversation to help people sort through their difficulties. Sessions are practical and grounded. She helps clients name what feels out of balance and tries to make the next steps clearer. Expect direct questions, gentle challenge, and attention to daily routines and relationships.
Her background includes a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Master of Arts in Psychology. That combination shaped her focus on both mental health and recovery work. She has worked across clinical settings over the past three years.
In sessions she pays attention to what clients are carrying in everyday life - work stress, family demands, and changes that come with major life events. Conversations include coping skills, communication strategies, and planning for practical changes. She helps people notice patterns and try different ways of responding.
Chrissy practices in Virginia and conducts work in English. If you want to move forward, confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered.
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Therapeutic approaches and working online
Chrissy draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address mood and trauma-related concerns. One common approach focuses on building coping skills and practical strategies to manage anxiety and depression; this involves identifying triggers, scheduling manageable activities, and practicing short behavioral changes that reduce overwhelm. Another approach emphasizes trauma-informed methods that help people process difficult memories and reduce the ways those memories affect daily life, using gradual exposure and pacing rather than quick fixes.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to find what fits best based on needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying approaches, reviewing what helps, and adjusting plans together rather than committing to a single method from the start.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins during a work break, and reduce travel time. It can also let people choose audio-only or video sessions when those formats are available, which may help on days when camera use is difficult or bandwidth is limited. Licensed professionals work with clients to match session length and frequency to everyday life and goals.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as communication, isolation, and workplace problems.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Sessions are practical and conversational, with focus on everyday routines, communication, and steps people can try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of experience in mental health and addictions counseling.
What credential and location apply to her practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers