Christina Lacey, LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist in New York
- Works with couples and families
- Certified grief counselor
- Focus on stress and anxiety
About Christina Lacey
Christina Lacey is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in New York who came to counseling as a second career after raising a family and deepening her own self-awareness. She works in private practice with couples, individuals, and older adults, prioritizing an often under-served geriatric population while also supporting people through grief, relationship challenges, mood concerns, and life transitions. Christina is also a certified grief counselor, and she brings that specialized experience to clients navigating loss.
Her interest in therapy grew from personal experience: having engaged in counseling as a teenager and again as an adult, she understands the relief that comes from talking with someone who listens and offers new perspectives. Growing up with family members who experienced anxiety and depression shaped her appreciation for how mental health influences family systems, and it informs her systemic approach to care. As a marriage and family therapist she routinely considers relational patterns and environmental factors that affect an individual’s wellbeing.
Clinically, Christina blends solution-focused and narrative strategies to set collaborative goals and uncover strengths that support change. She measures progress regularly to maintain momentum and ensure work remains aligned with clients’ aims. Christina approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and an open mind, helping families and individuals move toward healthier, more adaptive ways of relating and coping.
Her interest in therapy grew from personal experience: having engaged in counseling as a teenager and again as an adult, she understands the relief that comes from talking with someone who listens and offers new perspectives. Growing up with family members who experienced anxiety and depression shaped her appreciation for how mental health influences family systems, and it informs her systemic approach to care. As a marriage and family therapist she routinely considers relational patterns and environmental factors that affect an individual’s wellbeing.
Clinically, Christina blends solution-focused and narrative strategies to set collaborative goals and uncover strengths that support change. She measures progress regularly to maintain momentum and ensure work remains aligned with clients’ aims. Christina approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and an open mind, helping families and individuals move toward healthier, more adaptive ways of relating and coping.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityLife purposeSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Christina Lacey have?
Christina Lacey has 8 years of experience.
Is Christina Lacey a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMFT credential - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: NY LMFT 001586.
In which languages does Christina Lacey provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Christina Lacey located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Christina Lacey as my therapist?
You can work with Christina Lacey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Christina Lacey work with international clients?
Christina Lacey does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Christina Lacey cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online relationship and emotional work
Christina integrates Attachment-Based Therapy to explore patterns of closeness and safety within relationships, helping clients understand how past bonds influence current connections and emotional responses. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical skills for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. She also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy principles when working with couples to deepen emotional awareness and improve communication around core needs and vulnerabilities.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Christina works with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual or family she is supporting.
Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make her practice more accessible and flexible for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limitations. These options allow clients to engage in consistent care from locations that work best for them while still receiving guidance from licensed professionals and therapists trained in family-centered and grief-informed approaches.