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Christina Dillon, LISW-CP, LCSW

Calm, practical help for lasting change

Credential held
LISW-CP, LCSW
Practises from
California
Years in practice
13
Languages
English
Sessions
Online

About Christina

Christina Dillon draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self esteem, and depression. She is a licensed social worker in California and has 13 years of professional experience. Christina speaks English and approaches each person with respect and sensitivity.

She keeps sessions focused and practical. Christina tailors conversations and plans to what each person needs right now. She aims to help people build confidence, increase motivation, and manage upsetting memories or ongoing worry.

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Background and approach

Christina frames therapy as a collaborative process. She listens for strengths and patterns, then works with clients to try different ways of coping. Interventions are adjusted over time based on what is helping and what is not.

Her experience includes a range of settings over more than a decade. That background informs how she supports people facing low mood, persistent anxiety, and the ripple effects of trauma. Christina emphasizes clear goals and steps that feel doable between sessions.

People meet her to talk through immediate concerns and to develop skills for long-term change. She encourages small, steady progress and helps people notice practical improvements. Christina aims to create a supportive space where taking the first step toward change feels possible.

How evidence-based methods work online

Christina uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and gradual change. One common approach is problem-focused skill building, which teaches ways to manage anxiety and stress through step-by-step strategies and practice. This helps people handle overwhelming moments and build confidence.

Another useful method emphasizes processing difficult experiences and memories in measured ways. That approach helps people who have experienced trauma or abuse make sense of what happened and reduce the intensity of distressing memories. Christina adapts this work to the pace that feels manageable for each person.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Christina will discuss goals, personal preferences, and what feels most helpful, then try methods that match those needs. She collaborates with each person to adjust techniques based on progress and feedback so the plan stays relevant.

Online sessions offer practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a longer session is needed. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a break at work. Live chat and text-based messaging make short check-ins, progress notes, and quick coping reminders easier between sessions. These options create flexibility so therapy can fit into a busy life.
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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and depression. These areas are listed as her primary focus.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Christina uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and keeps work practical and goal-focused. She tailors sessions to each person and adjusts strategies over time.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 13 years of professional experience working in a range of clinical settings. That experience shapes how she supports people with mood and anxiety concerns.
What are her professional credentials and where is she located?
She holds the credentials LISW-CP and LCSW and practices in California. License numbers and other state listings are part of her professional record.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Those options allow flexibility for different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the subscription chosen.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability. The questionnaire helps match needs and preferences.

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Experience
13 years
Licensed
California, Maryland, South Carolina
Languages
English