Work with Cristina Vargas - BetterHelp Online Therapist

About me

I have extensive professional experience supporting individuals in the state of NJ and only work with NJ residents. My practice centers on supporting clients develop self-compassion, overcome communication challenges, and rediscover their sense of purpose. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations, addressing issues ranging from social anxiety and trauma to life transitions, workplace stress, and interpersonal dynamics.

My approach is deeply empathetic and tailored to each individual's needs. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I create a compassionate space where clients can explore their emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop resilient coping strategies.

I understand that seeking support takes courage, and I'm committed to walking alongside you with respect, understanding, and genuine support as you move toward healing and personal empowerment.

Professional experience

6 yrs in practice

Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems

Services offered

Video

Messaging

Languages

EnglishSpanish

License information

NJ LCSW 44SC06341900

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Cristina Vargas. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

I cannot thank Christina enough for all of her support!!!! She was there during what was a very scary time for me and her approach was not only compassionate but also unvarnished. Exactly what I needed. I highly recommend her!!!

Written on Dec 18, 2025 after therapy with Cristina for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes

Christina is a gem. Like a chiropractor would adjust you for bad posture, she offers realignment for your spirit and mindset.

When I started going to her I was struggling with some depression around my workplace and she helped me to find effective coping mechanisms for the things I couldn't change and redirected my efforts where I wanted them, toward my life goals and interests. She gave me tools to keep my head above water and eventually to progress toward what matters to me.

Written on Dec 16, 2025 after therapy with Cristina for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and adhd

Exceptionally kind, patient, and empathetic

Written on Jun 06, 2025 after therapy with Cristina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, grief, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Does her job amazingly. Definitely a saving grace from what I am going through. Her counsel and understanding is perfect and I cannot thank her enough for all her help. Already recommended her to a couple of my friends and family members. She’s the best!