Phenomenal! Meets you where you are and guides you along the journey
Christine Dicus, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Christine is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Christine. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Missouri
Recent reviews
She is the first therapist that has talked to me like a person instead of a pile of broken glass or a number on the list. Her expertise and “bedside manner” put her at the top.
More about Christine
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hello and welcome to BetterHelp! I think finding a good match for a client is very important, the therapeutic relationship is a key piece in working together. So let me tell you a little about myself. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Missouri, I graduated from University of Missouri St. Louis and I have over 10 years of experience in the field working with clients of all ages and concerns. I use a strengths based, cognitive behavioral approach and believe working as a team is the best way to address concerns. I address each clients concerns and needs based on individual needs, there is no cookie cutter approach. I like to work with my clients to find a schedule that works for them that includes self care. I initially like to meet with clients once a week until we can create a plan on how to address the concerns you are having.
I have experience working with trauma, anxiety/depression, and addiction. I believe in creating a safe, non judgmental, atmosphere to work on concerns. I have worked with children and families, this has included family separations as well as trauma. I also have experience working with individuals involved in the criminal justice system. I have worked in a variety of settings including residential facilities, prison/jail, and a more traditional office setting. which has helped me in finding what can work best and take an out of the box approach when needed.
I offer messaging, live chat and phone sessions with availability in the evenings and weekends. I am able to make accommodations to my schedule so if a day or time does not work for you please let me know and we can try and work something out. I check my messages once a day and will respond within 24 hours to any message.
I look forward to meeting with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Grief
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
First responder issues
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Sex addiction
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
Licenses
Christine Dicus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063003168.
- LCSW · Missouri · 2021002979 · Expires September 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Christine Dicus
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Phenomenal! Meets you where you are and guides you along the journey
She is the first therapist that has talked to me like a person instead of a pile of broken glass or a number on the list. Her expertise and “bedside manner” put her at the top.
Christine cares about me and I can tell. She is patient with me. She understands that I have a life and career and is extremely kind and caring. When she checks in on me it feels sincere and honestly, for someone going to therapy, that means more to me than I can put into words.
Christine is a game changer! I’ve never felt so comfortable with a therapist before and feel like she genuinely listens and helps me work through my problems.
Christine patience, understanding and availability is like no other which makes dealing with anxiety and family struggle no so overwhelming and that I have someone who listens for a change in my life.
I’ve only been working with for a short while but I really like her approach!
Christine is a fabulous therapist. Within one meeting, she was accessing my needs and helping me no
My interactions have all been via messages but she has been very quick in response time and very accommodating.
Christine is so caring and wonderful! She is heartfelt and genuine and feels like an old friend. She checks in on me and I feel like she see me for who am I and understands what I’m trying to do. I feel supported and truly cared for! I hope everyone has a therapist like her ❤️
Frequently asked questions
Does Christine Dicus offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Christine Dicus works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Christine Dicus speak?
Christine Dicus speaks English.
How many years of experience does Christine Dicus have?
Christine Dicus has 6 years of experience.
Where is Christine Dicus licensed to practice?
Christine Dicus is licensed to practice in Missouri.
Does Christine Dicus accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Christine Dicus does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Christine Dicus offer?
Christine Dicus offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing.
How can I communicate with Christine Dicus?
Christine Dicus can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Christine Dicus?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.