Christy Hudak, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Christy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Christy is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
More about Christy
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Therapy is about you—your story, goals, and healing. Together, we’ll create a compassionate space to explore who you are without judgment. Whether you’re coping with loss, anxiety, or feeling stuck in old patterns, I aim to meet you where you are and help guide the way forward. I believe therapy works best when built on trust and honesty, and my goal is to empower you to make meaningful changes while supporting you every step of the way.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Couples [The Gottman Method]
- Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Psychodynamic
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Licenses
Christy Hudak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942798434.
- LCSW · Pennsylvania · 44SC05780600, CW026083 · Renews August 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Christy Hudak offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Christy Hudak works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Christy Hudak speak?
Christy Hudak speaks English.
How many years of experience does Christy Hudak have?
Christy Hudak has 12 years of experience.
Where is Christy Hudak licensed to practice?
Christy Hudak is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Christy Hudak accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Christy Hudak accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Christy Hudak accept insurance?
Yes, Christy Hudak accepts Centivo and Cigna.
Does Christy Hudak accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Christy Hudak does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Christy Hudak offer?
Christy Hudak offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Gottman Method, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
How do I get started with Christy Hudak?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.