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Christy Haynes, LICSW, LCSW
West Virginia
LICSW LCSW - LGBT and trauma support
See online therapy options- CBT and mindfulness
- First responder focus
- Gender-affirming care
About Christy
Christy Haynes is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in West Virginia and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 24 years of experience. She helps people with LGBT concerns, family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief, and coaching. Her background includes work with first responder mental health and program development.
Christy uses practical, evidence-informed methods to notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. She listens for patterns that keep problems stuck and then tests small changes in thinking or behavior. Sessions are straightforward and focused on what someone wants to change next.
Her work with gender-affirming care and LGBTQ+ related issues centers on supporting identity and navigating systems and relationships. She also assists people dealing with divorce, separation, infidelity, or non-monogamous relationship challenges by clarifying goals and practicing new communication moves.
When trauma, sexual assault, or post-traumatic stress are part of the problem, she combines structured approaches that address upsetting memories with strategies to manage symptoms day to day. Grief and end-of-life concerns are handled with practical coping skills and space to discuss losses and plans.
Christy draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered approaches, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative methods. She applies these tools in concrete ways - identifying thoughts, trying different responses, and checking what helps. People leave sessions with specific steps to try between meetings.
How her approaches translate to online work
Christy often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thinking patterns and try different responses. CBT sessions typically involve setting a clear problem to work on, practicing specific skills, and assigning short exercises between meetings to track progress.She also uses client-centered techniques that focus on the person leading the conversation and on clarifying what matters most to them. Mindfulness therapy is used to build simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and support coping with strong emotions.
Finding the right mix of methods is collaborative. Christy will discuss a person’s goals and preferences and then suggest approaches to try. She checks in regularly and adjusts plans based on what is or isn’t working.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins during a work break, or sessions that avoid travel time. These practical benefits help people use therapy consistently while managing daily responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
West Virginia, Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she most often address?
She works with LGBT issues, family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief, and coaching. Additional focus areas include divorce, domestic violence, sexual assault, and first responder issues.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to test small changes in thinking and behavior. Sessions focus on practical exercises and steps to try between meetings.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has 24 years of professional experience including program development and oversight for first responder mental health. Her background spans gender-affirming care, trauma work, and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and practice location?
She holds LICSW in West Virginia and LCSW in Pennsylvania and practices from West Virginia. Those credentials are listed as LICSW and LCSW.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are provided to people within the regions she is licensed to serve.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on the subscriber's region and plan.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the intake and scheduling process.
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