Therapist profile
Christine Shephard, LCSW
Florida
Licensed clinical social worker - Anger and stress
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Florida / SW13322
- NPI1013573294
- Experience7 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationFlorida
About
- ACT
- CBT
- Mindfulness
About Christine
Christine Shephard is a Florida licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with seven years of professional experience. She works with adults who are dealing with depression, anxiety, motivation and self-esteem struggles. Christine also helps people coping with life changes and those experiencing compassion fatigue and stress.
She uses straightforward conversation to help people name what is happening and try different ways of responding. Sessions focus on practical skills and small changes that can reduce reactivity and improve daily functioning. She draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness to guide those skills.
Christine aims to create an atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be spoken about without judgment. She encourages clients to define realistic goals and to notice which strategies actually help in day-to-day situations. Work might include learning ways to interrupt escalation, building routines that support mood, or practicing brief exercises to reframe unhelpful thoughts.
Her background in social work informs attention to both personal and situational stressors, including caregiving demands, chronic health conditions, and life transitions. Christine also supports people facing grief, relationship strains, sleep problems, and issues around addiction and control.
Sessions move at a practical pace, with a mix of talking and skill-building. The first meetings generally review current challenges and set clear, manageable steps to try between sessions.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small committed actions despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It can help people who feel stuck by pointing toward meaningful choices rather than getting caught in unhelpful thinking patterns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches concrete techniques to change them. It is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep trouble, and for managing reactivity in stressful moments.
Mindfulness practice teaches short exercises in awareness and breathing that reduce immediate distress and improve focus. These tools are often used between sessions to interrupt rumination and lower tension.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each client to decide which methods fit their goals, day-to-day life, and preferences. That choice can be adjusted as progress is made.
Confirm current session formats before booking to learn what Christine offers for remote appointments. Online options can make sessions easier to fit into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people use less bandwidth by choosing audio-only if preferred. These practical benefits help therapy fit into everyday life without promising a particular outcome.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with adults on depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, motivation, anger, and coping with life changes.
What therapy styles does she use?
Christine uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered methods, and mindfulness practices in her work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience as a licensed clinical social worker.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices with that credential in the state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking to learn which formats Christine offers for her practice.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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