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Cristin Shea(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Associate Counselor, LAC
New Jersey
Adjustment difficulties & disorders- Anxiety - Existential crisis & challenges- Life transitions-Parenting-Postpartum depression-

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Professional statement

Cristin’s clinical style is collaborative and deeply mindful, blending her training in meditation and yoga with a relational, client-guided approach. She specializes in helping individuals slow down, listen inward, and reconnect with what feels true and supportive. In the room, she offers steadiness, openness, and trust in her clients’ innate capacity to heal.

Cristin Shea has a Master’s from Rutgers University. Cristin is a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) in New Jersey #37AC00896300. Supervised by Shannon Pavas, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) #44SC05779900.


Message to clients

I came to this work because I believe everyone deserves a place where they can be listened to with care. I offer a warm, grounded presence and a space where you can unfold your story in your own time. My hope is that each session feels like a moment of ease, support, and being truly seen.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 2 years

Cerebral, Therapy Associate, 2025 - Present

Rutgers University, Masters, 2025

Licensure

New Jersey: 37AC00896300

Supervisor: Shannon Pavas(LCSW 44SC05779900)


Languages

English

Specialties

Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.

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

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

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

Parenting - Helping parents develop and implement strategies to address challenges that arise throughout childrearing; managing stress and increasing support

Postpartum depression - Coping with persistent feelings of sadness, exhaustion, and/or being overwhelmed after the birth of a child; developing strategies for more positive thought patterns and behaviors.




Clientele

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

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna International
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • All Savers Insurance Company
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule Insurance Company
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Trustmark
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • Wellfleet

Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Cristin Shea

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$175 (60min)

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