Christine Rykiel, LICSW — Therapist in Washington

Hi there, I'm Christine!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker living and working remotely in Florida. I have been a practicing therapist for over 25 years, and I find that using a client-centered, solution-focused approach to therapy has allowed my clients to achieve success in making the changes they want for their physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being.

My focus

I enjoy working with adults of all ages and the conditions I am experienced in treating many mental health disorders, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, trauma disorders, and autism spectrum disorders. I also have extensive experience providing therapy services for grief, and many more.

My approach

I use a solution-oriented, client-centered model that draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Skill Building, and Behavioral Activation. These frameworks help you build practical skills and create meaningful change in your life.

My communication style

My communication style is nonjudgmental, empathic, and validating. I want you to feel supported and understood in every session.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became very interested in seeking education and training in the helping profession. After some work in the mental health field in college and achieving my bachelor's degree in psychology, I became determined to pursue a master's degree in social work, knowing that this would allow me to help others in ways that I am passionate about to this day.

My goals for you

In my work with clients, I elicit from them, during the 1st and 2nd appointments, the changes and differences they are looking to achieve for themselves as a result of our work together. I want to know what they identify as the present concerns that they are seeking treatment for.

Our first session

During the first appointment with me, a client can expect that I will provide a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere to help us build our rapport and connection with one another. I will gather information to help me better understand the development of the current concerns that are bringing the client into therapy.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Behavioral Activation

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

+ 7 more

Focus populations

Gay

Lesbian

+ 2 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

+ 30 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Maryland.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Christine Rykiel