Christine is an amazing therapist! She is an attentive listener, always comes up with new perspectives and ideas while helping me with my introspections and navigate my mind and issues. She has this way of making me feel seen, heard and understood. 10/10 I would HIGHLY recommend. Amazing therapist for any folks in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Christine Penguino, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Christine is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Christine. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Georgia
Recent reviews
I feel like my sessions with Christine is an open non-judgemental space. It's very positive, I feel safe to be expressive with my thoughts and feelings. I also feel supported in the hard work to get beyond my pain points to see and experience life in a different way. It's a healthy conversation, I leave each session feeling heard, better about myself and the people I interact with.
More about Christine
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Atlanta, Georgia with more than seven years of professional experience in working with clients that have included everything from play therapy with young children to grief counseling with grandparents. My most recent focus has been working with families in the LGTBQIA+ community as they process a variety of issues.
My personal philosophy is to find humor in everything and live passionately. A little more about me? I’m a big nerd who loves sci fi and fantasy like Aasimov’s Foundation series (I have big opinion’s about Apple’s adaption). I go to regional Burning Man events and make art from thrift store Barbies. I love to garden, but am pretty terrible at it. I generally despise most holidays but enjoy being silly and posting memes about them. I like board games and puzzles and go to conventions. When I need to meditate and be calm I watch my tank of guppies and ghost shrimp.
Back to therapy! If you’re looking for something specific; I am kink and BDSM lifestyle friendly, as well as supportive of those in ethically non-monogamous relationships such as polyamory. I also have experience dealing with intra cultural shifts such as transitioning out of conservative religious backgrounds and processing the changes in belief and subculture. I work well with folks who are working on self esteem and body positivity. I have a lot of experience working with non neurotypical folks with autism spectrum and adhd diagnoses. I also work well with issues of anxiety and depression.
My approach to therapy is client goal directive, believing that you usually know where you want to go. I believe in pushing gently at the edge of my client’s comfort zone; therapy shouldn’t be painful, but it should help you move forward. To that end, I often help my clients design their own “homework” to try outside of sessions to see and measure their own progress. Didn’t do your homework? That tells us you weren’t ready, or that something was blocking you, or you weren’t motivated… therapy doesn’t have grades, just learning!
If you’re still reading, I hope you’re ready to start our therapy journey together.
Specialties
LGBT
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Career difficulties
Depression
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Caregiver issues and stress
Emptiness
Fertility issues
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Christine Penguino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962036798.
- LCSW · Georgia · CSW008503 · Expires September 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Christine Penguino
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Christine is an amazing therapist! She is an attentive listener, always comes up with new perspectives and ideas while helping me with my introspections and navigate my mind and issues. She has this way of making me feel seen, heard and understood. 10/10 I would HIGHLY recommend. Amazing therapist for any folks in the LGBTQIA+ community.
I feel like my sessions with Christine is an open non-judgemental space. It's very positive, I feel safe to be expressive with my thoughts and feelings. I also feel supported in the hard work to get beyond my pain points to see and experience life in a different way. It's a healthy conversation, I leave each session feeling heard, better about myself and the people I interact with.
I just started working with Christine, but she truly listens and offers several suggestions for homework in between sessions, helps to point you in the direction of some good groups, and checks in often through chat! I greatly appreciate all of the support already!
Frequently asked questions
Does Christine Penguino offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Christine Penguino works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Christine Penguino speak?
Christine Penguino speaks English.
How many years of experience does Christine Penguino have?
Christine Penguino has 7 years of experience.
Where is Christine Penguino licensed to practice?
Christine Penguino is licensed to practice in Georgia.
Does Christine Penguino accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Christine Penguino accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Christine Penguino offer?
Christine Penguino offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Christine Penguino?
Christine Penguino can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Christine Penguino?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.