Mrs. Christine Alcantara, LMSW

About Me

I returned to earn my MSW degree after 20+ years as a cardiac ultrasound technologist and raising a family. I love to learn and channel that energy into additional education beyond my degree, with EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Biology of Trauma.

Education & Experience

I received my BA from the University of Michigan and my MSW from Wayne State University. I have been in practice for5 years, intially working at Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Centerfor addiction. I transitioned to private practice to help people with a wider variety of challenges.


Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

I am currently President of The Family Center of Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods which offers free programs to assist with improved mental health.

Specialty Area

  • Addictions
  • Alcohol/Substance Abuse
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
  • Performance Enhancement
  • Phobias
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Stress Management

Population Served

  • Adults
  • Expats
  • First Responders
  • Immigrants
  • Seniors
  • Veterans/Military

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealth

Priority Health, Cigna, Blue Care Network