Christine Burns , LCSW

Christine Burns is a licensed clinical social worker in Texas with 26 years of experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and life changes. She also supports those facing relationship or intimacy concerns, trouble sleeping, and challenges related to addiction. Christine is attentive and compassionate in her work.

Her sessions are practical and focused. She listens first, then helps set clear goals together. Conversations are tailored to the person's needs and pace. The aim is to find realistic steps that fit daily life.

Christine has worked across many settings over a long career, so she draws on a broad base of experience. She has guided people through aging and geriatric concerns, chronic pain or illness, hospice and end-of-life issues, and multicultural concerns. Seasonal Affective Disorder and women’s issues are also areas she pays attention to.

Clients can expect straightforward guidance and steady support. Christine emphasizes respect and sensitivity in every interaction. She focuses on helping people build skills to cope and move forward.

Practical matters such as session format and scheduling are handled up front. Sessions are available by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging. The subscription can be canceled at any time, and scheduling follows the therapist’s availability.

Approaches that guide online care

Christine uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address emotional and life challenges. One approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and learning new ways of thinking and acting to reduce anxiety and depression; this helps people notice patterns and practice different responses in daily life. Another approach emphasizes practical coping skills and problem solving for stress, grief, and life transitions; this involves setting small, doable goals and building routines that fit each person’s situation.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they will try methods that match those needs and adjust as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy lives. Video calls let people talk face-to-face when meeting in person is hard. Phone sessions work well when a quieter or lower-bandwidth option is needed. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, homework support, or shorter conversations between calls. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or health-related schedules.