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Christine “Chrissy” Bruso

Supportive, practical therapy for life transitions

LCSW Virginia

Experience
14 years in practice
Focus areas
Relationship, Family, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Christine

Christine “Chrissy” Bruso brings a practical, skill-focused orientation to therapy grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while drawing on client-centered and solution-focused influences.

Background and approach

She emphasizes helping people identify unhelpful patterns, develop concrete coping strategies, and experiment with new ways of thinking and behaving to manage anxiety, stress, depression, and life transitions. Chrissy’s style blends honesty with warmth, aiming to empower clients to become more self-aware and intentional about change.

With 14 years of clinical experience as an LCSW licensed in Virginia (VA LCSW 0904009696), Chrissy has worked in varied roles that inform her perspective, including supporting families through adoption, counseling people with autism and related challenges, and guiding caregivers. She values strengths-based work and relationship-building, supporting clients in setting boundaries, improving communication, and rediscovering life purpose.

As a wife and mother who values balance, she is particularly attentive to the stresses many parents face and to caregiver compassion fatigue, offering practical tools to nurture self-care and healthier family dynamics.

CBT, Client-Centered Work, and Online Support

Christine primarily uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT often focuses on practical skill building for anxiety, depression, stress, and problem-solving. She also brings a client-centered stance that prioritizes empathetic listening and collaboration, helping people feel heard as they explore values, self-esteem, and relationship concerns.

Finding the best fit in approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to consider goals, preferences, and life circumstances and adapt techniques over time so that therapy remains practical and personally meaningful.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, support ongoing skill practice between meetings, and allow continuity of care when in-person options are limited. Licensed professionals can tailor session frequency and format to what works best for each client.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with a range of issues including relationship and family challenges, parenting stress, anxiety, depression, career concerns, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and life transitions.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is honest and kind, combining client-centered listening with practical, skills-based tools to help clients change thinking and behavior patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 14 years of experience in social work and clinical settings, including work with adoptive families and individuals with autism.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia with credential VA LCSW 0904009696 and practices from that state.
Does she work in languages other than English?
Sessions are conducted in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Virginia

Languages

English