Crista Shaw, LCPC
- Stress and anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
About Crista Shaw
Clients meet a therapist who values clear communication and steady support while tackling difficult issues. Crista recognizes that beginning therapy often requires courage, and she affirms the importance of that first step as part of the healing process. Her practice centers on helping people feel heard, build coping strategies, and address the patterns that keep them stuck, all within a respectful and professional therapeutic relationship.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Crista Shaw have?
Crista Shaw has 15 years of professional experience.
Is Crista Shaw a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCPC credential. License details: ME LCPC CC4311.
In which languages does Crista Shaw provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Crista Shaw located?
She is located in Maine.
How can I work with Crista Shaw as my therapist?
You can work with Crista Shaw through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Crista Shaw work with international clients?
Crista Shaw does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Crista Shaw cost?
Costs 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 a 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 and Online Care
Crista uses client-centered therapy to build a respectful, empathic relationship where each person’s experience guides the pace and focus of work. This approach helps when people need space to explore feelings, improve self-understanding, and set personally meaningful goals.
She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to practice practical skills that reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is frequently used when clients want structured tools to change patterns that interfere with day-to-day functioning.
Crista incorporates trauma-focused techniques when addressing trauma and abuse, concentrating on safety, stabilization, and gradual processing tailored to each person’s readiness. These methods are intended to support healing from past events while building coping resources for the present.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Crista collaborates with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they evaluate progress and adjust methods as needed, making therapy a shared effort.
Online therapy options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access care from different locations and schedules. These formats offer flexibility for people balancing work, family, or mobility considerations, and they allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent, ongoing support in ways that suit each client’s life.