Christopher Standish, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW helping people reshape their story
Details
| Name | Christopher Standish |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | California |
| Licensed in | New York, California |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 9 |
About Christopher
Christopher Standish is an LCSW who practices in California and brings nine years of clinical experience to his work. He has practiced in publicly funded mental health clinics and in substance abuse treatment settings. Christopher aims to meet people where they are and help them take the next step toward feeling better.
He listens first, then helps clients tell the story of what brought them in. Sessions focus on practical changes people can try between meetings.
Background and approach
Christopher pays attention to how stress, anxiety, relationships, anger, and low self-esteem show up in daily life. His background includes work with people facing addiction challenges and those caring for older relatives. He also supports clients dealing with family of origin issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, and questions about life purpose.
That experience shapes a flexible approach tailored to each person's situation. Christopher uses a mix of Narrative, Client-Centered, and Cognitive Behavioral ideas when they fit the situation. He works collaboratively to set goals and to test small changes that can make life more manageable.
Sessions are straightforward, respectful, and focused on what matters most to the client. He provides services in English and holds licenses as an LCSW in both California and New York. Therapy sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Anger management among the things Christopher works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Christopher among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Christopher among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Christopher among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Christopher among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Christopher among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Christopher directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Christopher directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How Christopher’s Approaches Translate to Online Care
Christopher often draws on Narrative Therapy to help people rewrite the stories they tell about themselves and their relationships. This approach helps when past events or repeated patterns make life feel stuck by allowing clients to separate themselves from a problem and consider different possibilities.He also uses Client-Centered therapy, which means sessions focus on listening and understanding each person's experience. That approach is helpful for building trust, exploring feelings, and finding what matters most to the client. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used when people want clear strategies for changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it tends to work well for anxiety, depression, and stress management.
Choosing the right mix of methods is a team effort. Christopher works with each person to figure out which approach or combination feels most helpful based on their goals and preferences. Plans are adjusted over time as progress and needs change.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited, live chat or text messaging suit quick check-ins or times when typing feels easier. These options make it possible to fit therapy into busy schedules and different daily routines.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of concerns can be addressed in sessions?
Sessions commonly focus on stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. Additional issues include caregiver stress, addiction concerns, family of origin problems, and questions about life purpose.
How would you describe the therapy style and approach?
Therapy is collaborative and straightforward. Christopher listens first, helps clients tell their story, and then uses practical strategies drawn from narrative, client-centered, and cognitive behavioral ideas.
What is his professional background?
He has nine years of experience working in publicly funded mental health clinics and substance abuse treatment settings. That background informs work with a range of life and behavioral challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, LCSW, and is licensed in California and New York. His practice is based in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available online?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference. These options let clients choose what fits their schedule and needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is provided through a subscription model. The subscription may be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process of working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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