Christina Wade is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, burnout, people-pleasing, perfectionism, life transitions, and recovery.
Her therapy style is collaborative, trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming, and evidence-based–supporting individuals in reconnecting with their authentic selves.
A Safe and Compassionate Space to Heal and Reconnect with Yourself
Life in the San Francisco Bay Area can feel like a double-edged sword. On one hand, it’s a place of innovation, diversity, and opportunities. On the other, its relentless pace, rising costs, and cultural pressures often leave people overwhelmed, isolated, or questioning their place in the world.
If you’ve found yourself feeling anxious, stuck in old patterns, or weighed down by past experiences, you’re not alone. Many people across San Francisco, San Mateo, and the Bay Area are navigating these same invisible struggles.
This is where individual therapy with Christina Wade, LCSW, can help. With nearly two decades of experience, Christina offers a compassionate, queer-affirming, trauma-informed space where you don’t have to hide parts of yourself. Instead, you’ll be supported in exploring your story, finding clarity, and reconnecting with your inner strength.
Some of the most common reasons individuals seek therapy include:
Anxiety and constant overthinking – Persistent worry, racing thoughts, or difficulty relaxing can interfere with sleep, focus, and overall peace of mind.
Depression and emotional numbness – Feelings of emptiness, lack of motivation, or disconnection from joy can make everyday life feel heavy and meaningless.
Trauma and unresolved pain – Past experiences—whether from childhood, relationships, or identity-based discrimination—can linger, resurfacing as triggers, fear, or mistrust.
Identity and self-exploration – Many people seek therapy while navigating questions around sexuality, gender, cultural belonging, or personal values. For members of the LGBTQ+ community, this exploration can feel especially significant.
Stress and burnout – High demands at work or in personal life can lead to exhaustion, irritability, and a sense of being constantly “on edge.”
Life transitions – Moving, changing careers, divorce, grief, or adjusting to new stages of adulthood can bring uncertainty that feels overwhelming to manage alone.
Relationship challenges – From difficulty setting boundaries to cycles of codependency, individual therapy helps people recognize unhealthy patterns and build healthier ways of relating to others.
Licenses/Certifications
 Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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Bio
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here!
If you’ve been carrying a lot, feeling disconnected, or wondering why things feel harder than they should, take a deep breath. You don’t have to hold it all alone anymore.
I’m a licensed therapist, and for over 20 years, I’ve helped adults work through the messy, painful, and confusing parts of life—things like anxiety, trauma, people-pleasing, burnout, or that quiet sense that something just isn’t right.
What you’re feeling isn’t a weakness. It’s often how your body and mind have adapted to keep you safe in a world that hasn’t always supported who you are. Healing isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about reconnecting with your truth, with support that feels safe, steady, and real.
Maybe you’ve spent years showing up for everyone but yourself. Maybe you’re tired of pretending you’re fine. If you’re ready to slow down, be honest, and finally feel like you, I’m here to help you find your way back—with compassion, clarity, and care.
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Therapy
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Anxiety and Panic
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Life Transitions
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Online / Teletherapy
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Relationship Issues
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