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Cristina Malone

Compassionate, practical support for life transitions

LISW-CP South Carolina

Experience
3 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Cristina

Cristina Malone is a licensed clinical social worker (LISW-CP) based in South Carolina who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and self-esteem challenges. She brings three years of practice experience to work alongside clients facing life transitions, panic attacks, caregiver strain, and communication difficulties.

Background and approach

Cristina emphasizes building resilience and promoting self-love while guiding clients through forgiveness, divorce-related adjustments, and questions about life purpose. Her style blends evidence-informed methods with a warm, collaborative stance that centers each person’s values and goals.

Cristina uses cognitive behavioral strategies alongside acceptance-based and mindfulness practices to support clearer thinking, improved emotional regulation, and practical coping skills. Motivational interviewing and client-centered techniques help clients clarify motivation and feel heard as they pursue meaningful change.

Clients can expect goal-oriented work that remains flexible to individual needs; sessions aim to strengthen communication, reduce distress, and cultivate greater self-compassion. Cristina frames challenges as opportunities for growth and partners with clients to develop sustainable strategies for navigating both immediate crises and longer-term life adjustments.

Therapeutic approaches for online support



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies to change behaviors and reduce distress. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and improving coping with life changes. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes accepting difficult emotions while clarifying personal values and committing to actions that align with those values; it is helpful for building psychological flexibility around stress and relationship challenges. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and creating a respectful, non-judgmental space where clients lead the conversation and explore their own solutions.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Cristina will work with each person to discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adapting methods over time so treatment matches changing needs and progress.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different lifestyles and schedules. These formats make it easier to fit regular sessions into busy weeks, maintain continuity during transitions, and access support from a licensed professional without rearranging major commitments.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Cristina commonly address?
She supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes, including caregiver stress and panic attacks.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her work combines client-centered listening with practical techniques drawn from CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help clients set goals and build coping strategies.
How much professional experience does she have?
Cristina has three years of clinical experience working with individuals on a range of emotional and life transition concerns.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is licensed in South Carolina as LISW-CP, license number SC LISW-CP 17939, and provides services to clients in that state.
In what languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What formats are available for sessions?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is pricing handled for her services?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

South Carolina

Languages

English