Christina Dolese, LCSW

Christina Dolese is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Louisiana. She brings four years of clinical experience to her practice and focuses on helping people navigate anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and big life changes. Christina emphasizes empathy and practical support as people work through painful feelings and difficult decisions.

She offers a calm, nonjudgmental space for people to talk through relationship concerns, communication struggles, and family-of-origin issues. Her work also covers parenting strain, career stress, compassion fatigue, and challenges related to attention and self-esteem. Christina aims to help clients build clearer boundaries and stronger coping skills.

Her approach mixes talk therapy with concrete tools. Christina uses client-centered methods to follow each person’s lead. She integrates cognitive behavioral techniques to spot and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Mindfulness practices are offered to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity.

Christina also uses motivational interviewing to support change and narrative therapy to help people make sense of their story. Sessions focus on small, achievable steps and on skills people can use between appointments. She works collaboratively to set goals that feel realistic and meaningful.

People who reach out can expect straightforward language and practical strategies. Christina aims to make therapy understandable and approachable for those feeling overwhelmed by life, relationships, or identity concerns.

Approaches that translate well to online care

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the person's priorities. The therapist reflects understanding and helps clients name what matters most, which fits well into remote conversations and short-term goals.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It includes practical exercises and homework that people can practice between online sessions to reduce anxiety and reshape unhelpful patterns.

Mindfulness therapy teaches simple awareness skills to manage stress and emotional reactivity. These short practices can be guided during a session and then used throughout the day to steady attention and mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Christina will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped in the past. Together we clarify methods and try small steps to see what fits best, adjusting the plan as needs change.

Session formats are not listed in the provided biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when days are tight, and support practicing skills between sessions without long travel. Licensed professionals can use these advantages to help clients keep momentum toward their goals.