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Christie Cunningham(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
New York
Anxiety - Depression- Existential crisis & challenges- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics- Life transitions-Autism spectrum disorder-

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Professional statement

Christie Cunningham is a person-centered therapist who works to create a space where you can be unapologetically yourself. She provides non-judgmental, compassionate and affirming support to individuals navigating the complexities of life, including dealing with depression and anxiety, navigating significant life transitions, and exploring gender identity and sexuality. She has specific experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals (particularly transgender and non-binary individuals), neurodivergent individuals, activists, artists, college students, lawyers and teachers. She also draws from personal experience as a transgender, neurodivergent (Autistic) woman in her work.

Christie’s Feminist Therapy approach is rooted in understanding, respect, and empowerment. She offers a safe environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly. You’ll work together to identify your strengths and cultivate a sense of authenticity and self-acceptance. Working from a perspective of cultural humility and drawing from evidence-informed practices, she tailors therapy to meet your specific needs and goals. She commits to providing you with the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

The goal in Christie’s work is to help clients identify their individual values - anything that will help a client feel a sense of fulfillment and/or meaning in their life - work through any obstacles that they are experiencing – both internal and external – and take steps towards those values.

For transgender and non-binary individuals seeking support in medical transitioning, Christie can work with you to explore that and provide any support you need in the process (including letters as needed).


Message to clients

I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you to help you try to make a fulfilling, meaningful life for yourself. I work from a non-judgmental, empowering perspective, exploring the stories and narratives that might be interfering with your fulfillment and providing tools and skills that can help you work through them. I practice from a Feminist Therapy perspective, which means that I don't see clients as "patients" who I need to "treat," but rather as human beings who have their experiences and are often trying to deal with unreasonable circumstances in the best way that they can.

If you are interested in finding out more, please contact me and we can schedule a free, 15-minute consultation.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 8 years

Christie Cunningham Therapy, Therapist/Owner, 2022 - Present

NYU Silver School of Social Work, MSW, 2018
North Carolina State University, BA, 1993

Licensure

New York: 094567

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Existential crisis & challenges - Supportive exploration of meaning and purpose in one’s life; finding one’s path in the face of existential anxiety, dread, and feelings of meaninglessness

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Autism spectrum disorder - Support understanding the diagnosis and related challenges and strengths; skill-building in areas of daily routine, transitions, coping with overwhelming sensory experiences, social skills, and emotion identification and regulation




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • All Savers Insurance Company
  • Cigna
  • Columbia University Student Health Insurance Plan (Aetna)
  • Emblem Health
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • FIT Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • GEHA
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • NYU Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet / Cigna PPO)
  • New School Student Insurance (United Healthcare Student Resources)
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • SEIU
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • Wellcare Health Plans

Christie Cunningham is accepting clients using listed insurances, paying listed fees, or using health insurance out-of-network benefits other than:

  • Harvard Pilgrim


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$75 (45min)
  • Initial session:$75 (45min)