Chris Schell, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Chris!

I provide a supportive, compassionate space for healing and growth. I primarily work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship stress, and life transitions. My goal is to help you build insight, practical tools, and greater emotional balance.

My focus

I work mainly with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, ADHD-related challenges, grief, and relationship concerns. I also help clients with self-criticism, emotional overwhelm, and family-of-origin issues while building coping skills and confidence.

My approach

My approach is collaborative, individualized, and trauma-informed. I draw from CBT, DBT, Narrative, and Solution-Focused therapies based on your needs. I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship so you feel safe, understood, and supported throughout the process.

My communication style

My style is calm, warm, and direct. I strive to create a nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable being honest. I listen carefully, help you understand patterns, and offer practical tools so therapy feels supportive, clear, and useful in daily life.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to becoming a therapist was shaped in part by my own experience with ADHD. That gave me a personal understanding of how difficult life can feel at times and deepened my commitment to helping others heal, grow, and build more meaningful lives.

My goals for you

We’ll work together to identify goals that matter most to you. Whether you want relief from symptoms, healthier relationships, or personal growth, I’ll help you better understand what’s getting in the way and support you in creating lasting change.

Our first session

Our first session is a chance to talk about what’s bringing you in and what you’d like help with. I’ll ask questions about your current concerns and history so we can begin building a plan that fits your needs and helps you feel supported.

I identify as...

Male
Caucasian or White
Spiritual

Expertise

Focus populations

LGBTQIA+

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Gay

Lesbian

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Therapy types

Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

BCBS Federal Employee Program (FEP)
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from National University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Chris Schell