Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Christine Ridley, LCSW
Education
Masters of Social Work from Roberts Wesleyan College
Expertise
Adolescent and adult anxiety, depression, mood and thought disorders, addictive behaviors, and codependency issues
Christine Ridley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in adolescent and adult anxiety, depression, mood and thought disorders, addictive behaviors, and co-dependency issues. Christine values using an overall integrative approach to meet every individual client's needs.
Learn more about Christine and schedule an appointment with her here.
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How to manage stress: Tips for relieving stress and how to spot it
Clinically reviewed by Laura Harris, LCMHC
Why do people cheat? How to recognize the signs and deal with a cheating partner
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
What is self-care? What adding self-care to your routine looks like and helpful tips to get you started
Clinically reviewed by Christine Ridley, LCSW
“What you should never tell your therapist”: Why honesty is the best policy, and the truth about oversharing in therapy
Clinically reviewed by Christine Ridley, LCSW
Self-sabotage in relationships: what it looks like and how to stop it
Clinically reviewed by Theresa Lupcho, LPC
What is phubbing? Impact on relationships and solutions
Clinically reviewed by Theresa Lupcho, LPC
Solution-focused brief therapy: Techniques & benefits
Clinically reviewed by Christine Ridley, LCSW
What causes OCD to get worse?
Clinically reviewed by Laura Harris, LCMHC
Schizoid personality disorder: Causes, symptoms, and treatments
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): A straight-talking, informative guide
Clinically reviewed by Christine Ridley, LCSW
Why do I hate everyone, and what can I do to change that?
Clinically reviewed by Christine Ridley, LCSW
