Chrystine Longley , LICSW, LCSW

Chrystine Longley is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Massachusetts and Connecticut with more than six years of experience in therapeutic intervention. She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW - LICSW refers to Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and LCSW refers to Licensed Clinical Social Worker - reflecting training and authorization to provide clinical social work services in both states.

Her work focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, anger, and depression. She has additional experience supporting military personnel, first responders, and patients coping with chronic illness, and she addresses related concerns such as caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, hospice and end-of-life issues, and challenges around communication and life transitions.

Chrystine emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. She collaborates with individuals to identify goals and develop practical strategies for coping and growth. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life can require courage, and Chrystine aims to provide steady support throughout that process.

Therapeutic approaches and virtual care

Chrystine often draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-focused therapy in her work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, helping individuals explore their values and build self-understanding to address issues like life transitions, grief, and identity concerns. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, panic, and stress management. Trauma-focused therapy targets the impact of traumatic events and helps people process difficult memories, reduce reactivity, and develop coping skills for symptoms related to trauma and abuse.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Chrystine works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions and techniques as progress unfolds so the plan remains practical and client-centered.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules or to connect from different locations. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to maintain continuity of care, offer timely support, and adapt communication styles to what works best for each person.