Christine Nusser, LCSW

Christine Nusser is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Tennessee with 30 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, trauma, eating issues, bipolar disorder, and other challenges. Christine aims to help people find stability and practical ways to feel better in daily life.

She draws on approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and client-centered methods. Sessions focus on clear goals, skill-building, and techniques chosen to match what each person needs. Christine adapts the way she works to fit an individual's preferences and situation.

Her background includes a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee School of Social Work and an undergraduate psychology degree from Lipscomb University, along with an MBA in finance. Those combined experiences shape a practical, results-oriented style. She has supported people through chronic mental health conditions, mood disorders, dual diagnoses, substance concerns, and life crises.

The practice emphasizes helping people reduce symptoms, maintain stability, and pursue personal growth. Treatment plans are collaborative and adjusted over time. Referrals to the practice often come from former clients, reflecting ongoing professional relationships built over many years.

Christine speaks English and bases her work in Tennessee. Prospective clients are invited to review her approach and ask about how her methods might fit their goals before scheduling.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and clarifies personal values to guide action. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and ongoing stress that interferes with daily life.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often used for anxiety, mood concerns, and managing symptoms in practical, step-by-step ways.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will help you choose or blend methods based on your goals, needs, and preferences. Decisions about techniques and pace happen together in sessions so the plan fits your life.

If you are considering remote sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue care during transitions or when in-person visits are difficult. Licensed professionals can tailor exercises, homework, and skill-building to work well in remote sessions, helping therapy stay practical and focused on real-life changes.