Cristina Malone, LISW-CP

Cristina Malone is a licensed social worker who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. She also supports those facing caregiver stress, panic attacks, self-esteem struggles, and major life changes. Cristina practices in South Carolina and communicates in English. She keeps sessions focused on practical steps people can use day to day. That includes building self-compassion, practicing clearer communication, and learning ways to manage strong emotions. Sessions are collaborative - clients set goals and decide what feels most useful. Cristina uses a mix of widely used approaches to meet each person where they are. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and take meaningful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps spot and change unhelpful thinking patterns. Mindfulness exercises are used to notice difficult feelings without getting overwhelmed. Her style is warm and direct. Cristina helps people break big problems into manageable tasks and develop coping plans that fit real life. She often works with people processing separation or divorce, navigating caregiving responsibilities, or looking for more purpose. With three years of professional experience, Cristina aims to create a steady, nonjudgmental space for working through hard moments. If someone wants to focus on communication, forgiveness, or building self-love, she supports those goals with concrete tools and steady practical guidance.

How her approaches fit into online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people name what matters to them and take actions that match those values. It is useful when someone feels stuck or unsure about direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce distress. Mindfulness practices teach simple ways to notice feelings and stay present during stressful moments. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Cristina will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That means trying practical techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting plans together as progress is made. If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Many people find that working by video or phone lets them apply coping skills between sessions more readily. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and mindfulness exercises to online sessions so people can practice tools that suit their everyday routines.