Christine Barnes

Christine Barnes is a seasoned, clinical social worker with ten years of experience in the field. She has dedicated her career to helping veterans with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders during her time at the Department of Veterans Affairs. Before joining the VA, Christine worked in nursing homes and community mental health centers, providing psychotherapy and crisis intervention to individuals from diverse backgrounds and age groups. As a trauma therapist, Christine firmly believes that most diagnoses can be traced back to adverse experiences in the past. Known for her no-nonsense yet compassionate approach, she has been described by her clients as both “blunt” and “caring.” Christine considers it a great compliment when her clients acknowledge her ability to tell them the truth, even when it’s difficult to hear. If you value being called out when you’re not being completely honest with yourself, Christine may be the right therapist for you. She looks forward to the opportunity to work with you.