Christina Harrison, LCSW

Christina Harrison, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
Hi there, I'm Christina! Chronic anxiety, depression, and substance use often stem from deeper emotional wounds. You may feel the impact of trauma in the form of strained relationships, fear, grief, or ongoing pain. Even if part of you doubts things can improve, another part is ready to explore healing. My focus Struggling with anxiety, negative thoughts, depression, low self‑worth, or unresolved memories of trauma or loss? I support individuals experiencing emotional dysregulation, life transitions, trauma, grief, and behavioral challenges. We’ll focus on strengthening your connection with your Internal Family System to support and guide your EMDR healing My approach My primary approach is Trauma‑Informed EMDR. I help clients identify and heal emotional parts still impacted by past trauma, understand how earlier experiences influence current symptoms, develop self‑regulation skills, and shift negative beliefs that reinforce unhelpful patterns. My communication style My priority is to offer a safe, supportive space for healing. I communicate with openness, calmly, and without judgment. I focus on identifying your strengths and highlighting moments of resilience, while also helping you recognize behaviors or thought patterns that may conflict with your values and goals. My journey to mental healthcare I began working in substance abuse treatment in 2011 and quickly saw that addiction often reflects deeper trauma. After earning my MSW in 2016, I shifted into clinical social work focused on helping people heal from acute, complex, attachment‑related, historical, and intergenerational trauma. My goals for you I view therapy as a collaborative process. We’ll identify goals that feel meaningful to you—whether healing trauma, resolving grief, improving relationships, strengthening self‑worth, or supporting personal growth. As you gain insight, your plan will evolve to stay aligned with your needs.

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About Christina Harrison

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Stress Management
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Domestic Violence
Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness
Codependency
Eating Disorder

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
EMDR
Attachment-based
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Indigenous American or Alaska Native, White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Christina Harrison

Hi there, I'm Christina! Chronic anxiety, depression, and substance use often stem from deeper emotional wounds. You may feel the impact of trauma in the form of strained relationships, fear, grief, or ongoing pain. Even if part of you doubts things can improve, another part is ready to explore healing. My focus Struggling with anxiety, negative thoughts, depression, low self‑worth, or unresolved memories of trauma or loss? I support individuals experiencing emotional dysregulation, life transitions, trauma, grief, and behavioral challenges. We’ll focus on strengthening your connection with your Internal Family System to support and guide your EMDR healing My approach My primary approach is Trauma‑Informed EMDR. I help clients identify and heal emotional parts still impacted by past trauma, understand how earlier experiences influence current symptoms, develop self‑regulation skills, and shift negative beliefs that reinforce unhelpful patterns. My communication style My priority is to offer a safe, supportive space for healing. I communicate with openness, calmly, and without judgment. I focus on identifying your strengths and highlighting moments of resilience, while also helping you recognize behaviors or thought patterns that may conflict with your values and goals. My journey to mental healthcare I began working in substance abuse treatment in 2011 and quickly saw that addiction often reflects deeper trauma. After earning my MSW in 2016, I shifted into clinical social work focused on helping people heal from acute, complex, attachment‑related, historical, and intergenerational trauma. My goals for you I view therapy as a collaborative process. We’ll identify goals that feel meaningful to you—whether healing trauma, resolving grief, improving relationships, strengthening self‑worth, or supporting personal growth. As you gain insight, your plan will evolve to stay aligned with your needs.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Gender Affirming Counseling
Mood Swings
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Worry
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Gender Affirming Counseling
Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • California State University, Chico, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1689152555

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What languages does Christina Harrison speak?

Christina Harrison speaks English.

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