Christine Mckeehan, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Christine!

I work through Rula as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a PsyD in Clinical Psychology. I believe you start where a client is, pivoting the focus to align with the treatment plan and goals. I work from a judgment-free perspective, identifying changes you want to see within your life while improving interpersonal relationships.

My focus

I have a long history of providing therapeutic and community-based services to teens and adults of all ages. My experience has led me to work with clients who have many different diagnoses, such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and addiction.

My approach

I use a neuroscience perspective on mental health, focusing on how the brain processes information, improving coping, and managing anxiety and stressors. The most common approaches I utilize are Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Internal Family Systems.

My communication style

Throughout the healing and growth that occur in a therapy setting, we will work together to identify and achieve your treatment goals. I use a straightforward approach in therapy, with the premise that honesty is key to the healing process.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have worked with families and individuals of all ages for more than 30 years in various capacities. most recently as a clinical psychologist for the California Department of Corrections. I have been licensed as a clinical social worker since 2014. I have a master's degree in social work and a doctorate in clinical psychology.

My goals for you

The time we spend together will incorporate efficiency. No time is wasted. We will start where you are, and you will get out of therapy as much as you put in. I believe in a structured setting that results in a clear path with goals that you set.

Our first session

During our first session, we will complete an initial assessment, and you will leave with at least one strategy to help mitigate stressors, worries, and mental health symptoms. We will focus on relationships where you can grow your support system.

I identify as...

Female
American Indian or Alaska Native, Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Compassion Focused

Gottman Method

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

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Focus populations

Educators

Police/Fire/First Responders

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Military/Veterans

Queer

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Single Mother

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Clinical Psychology from California Southern University and a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from California State University, Stanislaus.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Christine Mckeehan