Christa Haney is a Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and LGBT concerns.
01About Christa
Christa Haney is a Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and LGBT concerns. She works in a warm, down-to-earth way and aims to make therapy feel safe and genuine for each person. Christa listens first and helps people name what is making life harder right now.
Christa uses proven techniques to help people notice unhelpful thought patterns and try small behavior changes. She also teaches skills to manage strong emotions and cope with painful memories.
Background and approach
Sessions are practical and conversational, with strategies that can be used between meetings. She pays attention to feelings like shame, guilt, and isolation and helps people repair how they relate to themselves. Communication problems and issues around forgiveness or self-love are common topics she addresses.
The goal is steady progress rather than instant fixes. Christa draws from methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in her clinical work. She blends these approaches with straightforward talk to help people set doable goals and practice new skills in everyday life.
With five years of experience, Christa provides care to people in West Virginia. She explains things plainly and works together with each person to find what helps. The focus is on reducing shame, strengthening coping, and moving toward a life that feels more balanced and authentic.
02Credentials
- LPC (West Virginia)
- License 3093 · expires June 2026
- NPI
- 1770272080 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
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04Online support
How evidence-based approaches work online
Christa commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. CBT focuses on practical exercises and small experiments that can reduce anxiety and depression symptoms over time.She also integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which teaches people to accept difficult feelings while committing to actions that match their values. ACT is useful when someone wants to connect everyday choices to a clearer sense of purpose.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Christa works with each person to choose techniques that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Decisions about which methods to use are collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Online therapy offers a range of ways to meet that make it easier to fit care into a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and skill demonstrations. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging let people send quick updates, ask questions between sessions, and use therapy flexibly around work or caregiving duties.
These formats help maintain continuity of care and let licensed professionals support progress even when meeting in person isn’t convenient.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does this therapist help with?
Christa supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and LGBT-related concerns. She also helps with self-esteem, isolation, guilt, and questions about life purpose.
How would you describe the therapy style?
Therapy is warm and down-to-earth with a collaborative tone. Sessions are conversational and focused on practical steps you can use between meetings.
What kind of professional background does the therapist have?
Christa has five years of clinical experience working with people on mood, trauma, and identity-related concerns. She emphasizes honest conversation and ongoing skill development.
Where is the therapist located and what are the credentials?
She is based in West Virginia and holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Christa meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to offer flexible ways to connect.
How much does therapy cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling based on the therapist's availability.
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