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Christa McCoy, LICSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Christa 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 Christa. View 2 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Minnesota

Recent reviews

Christy is such a so kind, a great listener and is 100% in tune with my mental health needs. She provides me with excellent tools to support me on my progress. Highly recommend.

Nov 2023

She has great insights and definitely understands and is a great listener. She has been so helpful in the few sessions I have had and I look forward to working with her more.

May 2023

More about Christa

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LICSW

My name is Christa (Christy) McCoy MSW LICSW and I am licensed in the state of Minnesota with 20 years of professional work experience as a clinical school social worker. I hold a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis and a Masters Degree in Social Work from a dual social work program between the University of St. Thomas and St. Catherine University. In my role as a School Social Worker, I provide direct individual and group therapeutic support to youth, offer crisis intervention and prevention as well as family education, support, and advocacy.

As a trained Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my overarching role is to work with clients to holistically foster their well-being by operating from a strengths-based, healing centered engagement and empowerment approach that honors culture, spirituality, civic action and collective healing. Together we will work to identify needs, challenges, areas of support as well as develop achievable goals and plans to meet them. My approach is based on the core fundamental social work values of recognizing the inherent dignity and worth of every human being while also working to promote basic human rights and centering social justice and social change with and on behalf of my clients.

I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Anger management Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Body image Domestic Violence Family Problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Life purpose Mood disorders Postpartum Depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and Discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexual Assault and Abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Christa McCoy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902591183.

  • LICSW · Minnesota · 16495 · Expires May 2025

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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Christa McCoy

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

2 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Great listener Excellent Helpful Recommend Support Understands

Christy is such a so kind, a great listener and is 100% in tune with my mental health needs. She provides me with excellent tools to support me on my progress. Highly recommend.

Nov 2023

She has great insights and definitely understands and is a great listener. She has been so helpful in the few sessions I have had and I look forward to working with her more.

May 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Christa McCoy offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Christa McCoy 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 Christa McCoy speak?

Christa McCoy speaks English.

How many years of experience does Christa McCoy have?

Christa McCoy has 20 years of experience.

Where is Christa McCoy licensed to practice?

Christa McCoy is licensed to practice in Minnesota.

Does Christa McCoy accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Christa McCoy 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 Christa McCoy offer?

Christa McCoy offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Christa McCoy?

Christa McCoy 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 Christa McCoy?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: 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.

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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.