4+ Years Exp - LCSW
Caitlyn Messina
4+ Years Exp
LCSW
25 specialities
Accepts insurance
Telehealth appointments throughout
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Caitlyn Messina
Caitlyn earned her master's degree from Monmouth University in 2021, and since then, has had the privilege of working with clients of all ages. With specialized training in CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and a variety of other therapeutic approaches, she's passionate about providing personalized support. Caitlyn became a therapist because she truly believe in the transformative power of human connection and the incredible potential for personal growth. You can work together to help find the path to a brighter, more fulfilling future.
A client that I started seeing came because he was experiencing low-self esteem and trouble managing his emotions. Throughout our session, we were able to uncover past experiences that have lead to his feelings of low self-esteem. The client's realization of these events helped him better understand himself to begin to make progress on better managing his emotions.
Clients can expect a counseling process to start with creating goals for their treatment and continue to make smaller achievable goals along the way to help the client get to the point that they want to be at.
From the moment we begin, I want you to feel comfortable and able to talk and express your emotions. A first session with me would be about gaining some information about what brings you to therapy and creating a rapport with you.
I became a therapist because I have always been drawn to the idea that we all have potential for growth, healing, and change within us. I believe that external support can help to unlock people's potential. Growing up, I saw how important it is to have someone who can help make sense of life's challenges and find your own path forward.
Highlights
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
I believe healing happens in a safe, supportive, and judgement free space where a client can feel heard. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, or relationship challenges.My goal is to have clients leave session with a greater sense of clarity, self-awareness, and the confidence to make meaningful changes.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I utilize evidence-based therapies, including Psychotherapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy & Solution-Focused Therapy.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Client-centered is my biggest strength because I believe it is important for clients to feel heard, validated, and understood. I emphasize the importance that people have the innate ability to grow, heal, and find solutions when they are being supported in the right environment.
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