- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and PTSD
- Life purpose
About Chrasanthum
Chrasanthum "Chrissy" Nieves is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Virginia with three years of experience in mental health. She lists stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression and coping with life changes among her main concerns. Chrissy also notes additional focus areas including workplace issues, relationship communication, isolation and life purpose.
Chrissy trained with a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and holds a Master of Arts in Psychology from the University of Richmond. She has worked in settings that include mental health and addictions counseling, and brings that practical experience to helping people sort through difficult moments.
In sessions she works directly with what is happening now. Conversations tend to focus on managing symptoms, setting small goals and practicing clearer communication. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address mood concerns and reactions after stressful events.
Chrissy describes healing as non-linear and approaches sessions as a place to try things that can make everyday life more manageable. People who feel stuck after a job change, relationship shift, or other life transition may find this practical orientation helpful when they want to understand next steps.
She offers services in English and operates from Virginia. To begin, prospective clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session using the site's See online therapy options button.
Evidence-based approaches and working online
Chrissy uses straightforward, evidence-based techniques to help with mood and trauma-related concerns. Cognitive approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms. Exposure-based and trauma-focused strategies help people gradually face and process upsetting memories or reminders so emotional reactivity can lessen over time.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Chrissy will work with each person to match methods to their current needs, goals and preferences, and will adjust the plan if something is not working. The first sessions are often about clarifying what matters most now and agreeing on practical steps to try.
The therapist's listed clinical background supports working with common mood, trauma and life-change issues online. The site asks new clients to use the See online therapy options button and complete a short questionnaire to begin, so confirm the specific session formats offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so people can focus on practice between sessions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression and coping with life changes, plus related issues like workplace problems and isolation.
How does she approach feeling stuck?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques focused on managing symptoms, improving communication, and setting small, achievable goals.
What experience does she bring?
She has three years of experience in mental health and addictions counseling and holds an MSW and an MA in Psychology.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia and practices in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions structured and paid for?
Session cost varies with location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How can someone get started?
Click 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, use the crisis numbers.