- Direct warm style
- Skill focused
- Works with trauma
About Carissa
Carissa Streich is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) based in Washington who focuses on practical help for workplace and life stress. She draws on approaches that help people understand their thoughts and feelings and make changes that fit their daily routines. Carissa works in a direct but warm manner and aims to treat people with sensitivity and respect.
She uses a blend of methods so sessions feel tailored to each person. That can mean spotting unhelpful thinking patterns, looking at how past experiences affect choices today, or setting small steps to reach clear goals. Carissa adjusts pace and focus to match what someone needs in the moment.
Her background includes nine years in clinical social work, with experience supporting people facing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addictions, and career strain. She has worked with people who identify as LGBT and with those navigating relationship and family problems. She also helps with first responder and veteran issues, blended family and divorce challenges, and questions around sexuality and non-monogamy.
In sessions she often combines client-centered listening with cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic ideas, plus solution-focused tools and motivational interviewing when change is the goal. The result is practical, conversational work that connects to everyday life and work demands.
To begin, she asks people to describe their goals and prefers to build a plan together. Carissa emphasizes steady steps and attention to strengths while addressing difficult events and emotions.
How Carissa’s Approaches Work Online
Carissa blends client-centered work with cognitive-behavioral ideas and motivational interviewing to make online sessions practical and action oriented. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration so the session follows the person’s pace and priorities. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors to find small changes that reduce stress and improve mood. Motivational interviewing helps people clarify their goals and strengthen motivation when change feels hard.Finding the right mix is part of the work together. She will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then shape sessions and techniques to match those needs. This is a collaborative process where plans are adjusted as progress is made.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce commute time. They also let people use visual cues or phone-only contacts depending on what works best for focus and comfort.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, workplace issues, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, and relationship and family problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is direct and warm, focusing on strengths and practical steps. She mixes listening with specific strategies to help people make changes.
What experience does she bring?
She has nine years of experience in clinical social work and has worked with people facing a wide range of concerns including trauma, career strain, and mood challenges.
What credential and location does she hold?
She is a LICSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - practicing in Washington.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify particular formats.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.