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Christy Damrath

Practical, collaborative therapy for mood and life challenges

LCSW Virginia

Experience
8 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Bipolar
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy
Languages
English
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About Christy

Christy Damrath is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Virginia who focuses on supporting adults through a range of mood and life challenges.

Background and approach

With eight years of clinical experience, she has worked in both community-based and outpatient settings with people facing depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and related concerns. She concentrates on practical symptom relief and building skills to manage stress, relationship and family difficulties, communication problems, and coping with major life changes.

Christy approaches therapy by establishing an authentic rapport from the first session and guiding clients to define meaningful goals. Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy alongside mindfulness-informed techniques to help clients examine thoughts, practice coping strategies, and move toward measurable progress.

She values listening, asking thoughtful questions, and collaborating with clients to identify strengths and next steps. Christy offers sessions in English and practices across a range of mood and interpersonal issues including intimacy-related concerns, compassion fatigue, and career transitions.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. In practice this often means working on specific skills, trying targeted behavioral experiments, and developing coping strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood instability.

Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes practical, goal-oriented steps and building on existing strengths. This approach concentrates on what is working, setting clear short-term goals, and experimenting with small changes to produce measurable improvements in daily functioning and relationships.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work; she collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they assess what techniques feel most helpful and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, which allows flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions and to practice skills between meetings, while still receiving guidance from a licensed professional familiar with CBT and solution-focused techniques.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Christy commonly address in therapy?
She supports people managing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, career transitions, and compassion fatigue, among other mood and life concerns.
What is Christy Damrath's therapeutic style?
Her style emphasizes building genuine rapport, listening carefully, and collaborating with clients to set goals while using practical techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience working with adults in community-based and outpatient settings, supporting those with mood disorders and trauma-related concerns.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
Christy is an LCSW licensed in Virginia; her license number is VA LCSW 0904009532 and she practices in Virginia.
Which languages are available for sessions and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English only and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
In what formats are sessions offered?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How are sessions billed and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationGuilt and shameImpulsivityMood disorders

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Virginia

Languages

English