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Christina DelBene(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
New York
Life transitions-Self-esteem- Trauma-Women's issues- Anxiety - Relationship issues-
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Professional statement

Christina is a Licensed Master Social Worker and psychotherapist who works with individuals located in New York. Many of her clients are experiencing difficult life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, burnout, low self-worth and depression. Christina’s therapeutic style is integrative and weaves together psychodynamic psychotherapy and social justice-based frameworks. These approaches emphasize connections between the past and present, and acknowledge the impacts of larger cultural and social systems on individual well-being. Christina is an active therapist and her sessions are generally collaborative, reflective, and centered in curiosity.

Previously, Christina worked as a social worker with survivors of intimate partner violence, as well as with individuals navigating poverty, economic insecurity and immigration-related stress. These experiences help to support a holistic and human rights perspective in her work as a therapist, as well as her specialty in the treatment of trauma, emotional and physical violence, and challenges related to social and cultural stressors.

In addition to her background as a social worker, Christina also has over ten years of experience working in different roles in the service industry and is able to provide therapeutic support for individuals navigating the particular difficulties of work in this field.


Message to clients

Making the choice to begin therapy is a radical act of self-love and community care. My goal is to provide a supportive, affirming space where clients can explore and better understand their challenges, cultivate a more trusting relationship with themselves, and experience greater joy. In our work together, we’ll focus on your inner strengths and resiliency, while exploring the challenges you are facing with compassion, humor, and courage.

Whether you’re seeking support for specific challenges or simply interested in expanding your self-awareness, you are worthy of a space for healing and care.

Christina is currently welcoming clients remotely via teleheath therapy sessions.

I affirm LGBTQIA+ individuals and ENM/non-traditional relationships and also have experience working with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 3 years

Private Practice, Psychotherapist
Resilience Lab, Psychotherapist
We Are Not Afraid Community Center, Food Programs & Case Management Intern
Helpmate Domestic Violence Agency, Shelter & Court Advocate

CUNY - Silberman School of Social Work, MSW, 2021
Western Carolina University, BSW, 2017

Licensure

New York: 116023-01

Supervisor: Hala Alyan(PhD 021235)


Languages

English

Specialties

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Women's issues - Therapy tailored to common concerns among women; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges, stressors, and questions around identity as a woman

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

I am in-network with Columbia insurance and also work with out-of-network (OON) plans like Aetna/United/Cigna PPO. I can help you determine your OON reimbursement rate and support with filing claims!


Insurance

  • Columbia University Student Health Insurance Plan (Aetna)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$200 (50min)
  • Sliding scale:$150 - $200

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Multiple times a week
Therapist's note