Licensed clinical social worker recordMassachusetts
Chrystine Longley, LICSW, LCSW
Massachusetts
Licensed clinical social worker - Stress and trauma
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- Credentials
- LICSW, LCSW
- Licensed in Connecticut
- LCSW, licence 14200
- Licensed in Massachusetts
- LICSW, licence LICSW1121089
- NPI
- 1710622089
- Experience
- 6 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Massachusetts
These details come from information Chrystine 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.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma support
- CBT and EFT methods
About Chrystine
Chrystine Longley is a licensed independent clinical social worker licensed in Connecticut (LICSW) and licensed clinical social worker in Massachusetts (LCSW) with six years of practice. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and depression. She also focuses on aging and geriatric issues, cancer, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and related life transitions.
She draws on practical, evidence-informed methods. Sessions center on clear goals and everyday coping skills. Conversations are straightforward and focus on what is happening now and what steps help most in daily life.
In session she uses client-centered conversations to understand what matters to each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy methods are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. Trauma-focused work addresses difficult memories with attention to pacing and safety.
Chrystine has worked with veterans, first responders, and patients with chronic medical conditions. She brings six years of clinical experience to those situations and aims to help people make concrete changes that reduce distress and improve functioning. She explains options plainly and helps people set realistic next steps.
People who prefer direct, practical sessions may find her approach useful. To start, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details before booking. The first session typically looks at immediate concerns and sets short-term goals.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
Chrystine commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a clear understanding of what matters to the person. It helps clarify feelings and priorities so goals can be set together. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions to identify small changes that reduce symptoms and improve daily routines.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and collaborate on a plan based on symptoms, goals, and preferences. That conversation guides whether more skills-based CBT, emotionally focused work, or trauma-focused steps are the main focus.
Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, avoid travel, and continue care during illness or recovery. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed and can reduce the time burden of attending appointments. The therapist will discuss practical scheduling and format details during the matching and intake process to fit sessions into everyday life.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Connecticut, Massachusetts
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She addresses stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and depression. Additional focus areas include aging issues, cancer, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and life transitions.
What is her therapy style?
She uses practical, goal-focused methods including client-centered work and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Sessions emphasize clear steps and skills to manage daily problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of professional therapeutic intervention experience. That experience includes work with veterans, first responders, and people with chronic medical conditions.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds MA LICSW and CT LCSW credentials and is licensed in Massachusetts and Connecticut. These are the credentials listed for her practice.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English. No other languages are listed for her practice.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are provided to clients in the locations she is licensed to serve.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on the subscriber settings and location.
How do I begin if I want to schedule?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The questionnaire helps match goals and practical needs before the initial meeting.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers