Christine Nusser, LCSW
Experienced LCSW supporting change through personalized care
- Over 30 years experience
- Individualized therapy planning
- Anxiety mood and grief
About Christine Nusser
Christine Nusser, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker in Tennessee with more than 30 years of experience in private practice. She holds an undergraduate degree in psychology from Lipscomb University, an MSSW in clinical social work from the University of Tennessee School of Social Work, and an MBA in finance from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
Her work draws on extensive experience supporting people facing chronic mental illness, mood and situational disorders, dual diagnoses, substance use concerns, life crises, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, unresolved grief, anxiety disorders, and phobias. Christine approaches therapy with an individualized mindset, tailoring services to each person’s needs and preferences. She is trained in a range of techniques and can incorporate specific methods when requested.
Christine’s practice is centered on helping individuals move toward meaningful goals, including reducing distressing symptoms, maintaining stability, fostering personal growth, and increasing self-actualization through supportive and affordable therapy.
She offers care for concerns such as stress and anxiety, relationship issues and family conflict, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating-related concerns, anger, and bipolar disorder. Additional areas of focus include abandonment, adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, attachment concerns, autism and Asperger Syndrome, blended family dynamics, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, communication difficulties, and control-related concerns.
Her work draws on extensive experience supporting people facing chronic mental illness, mood and situational disorders, dual diagnoses, substance use concerns, life crises, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, unresolved grief, anxiety disorders, and phobias. Christine approaches therapy with an individualized mindset, tailoring services to each person’s needs and preferences. She is trained in a range of techniques and can incorporate specific methods when requested.
Christine’s practice is centered on helping individuals move toward meaningful goals, including reducing distressing symptoms, maintaining stability, fostering personal growth, and increasing self-actualization through supportive and affordable therapy.
She offers care for concerns such as stress and anxiety, relationship issues and family conflict, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating-related concerns, anger, and bipolar disorder. Additional areas of focus include abandonment, adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, attachment concerns, autism and Asperger Syndrome, blended family dynamics, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, communication difficulties, and control-related concerns.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Christine Nusser have?
Christine Nusser has 30 years of experience providing therapy and support.
Is Christine Nusser a licensed therapist?
Yes. Christine Nusser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She is licensed in Tennessee as TN LCSW 284.
In which languages does Christine Nusser provide therapy?
Christine Nusser provides therapy in English.
Where is Christine Nusser located?
Christine Nusser is based in Tennessee.
How can I work with Christine Nusser as my therapist?
You can work with Christine Nusser through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and preferences.
Does Christine Nusser work with international clients?
No. Christine Nusser does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Christine Nusser cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapy Approaches That Translate Well to Online Sessions
Christine Nusser, LCSW, incorporates evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in online therapy for concerns like stress, anxiety, mood challenges, relationship strain, grief, and life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and practicing more workable alternatives. It is often used when someone wants practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, or everyday stress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and navigating relationships more effectively. It can be especially helpful for people who feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or find themselves stuck in reactive patterns.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward values-based goals. Rather than trying to eliminate every uncomfortable experience, ACT supports building a life that feels meaningful and aligned.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Christine collaborates with each client to clarify goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before, then adjusts the pacing and methods accordingly.
Online therapy also offers practical flexibility. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get support in ways that fit busy schedules and varying comfort levels.