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Christina Handal, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California

Christina Handal

Individual therapy

Rula verifies every provider’s credentials and conducts regular quality reviews

LCSW
5+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Christina Handal, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Christina has a Master of Social Work, Behavioral Health from California State University, Sacramento.

Available virtually|CA
Specialties
Divorce
Family Conflict
Parenting
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Motivational

Hi there, I'm Christina!

I am a California-licensed clinician with 9 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, and children. My approach is supportive, collaborative, and culturally responsive. I believe in empowering clients to build on their strengths, overcome challenges, and achieve meaningful goals in a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental space.

My focus

My ideal client understands that meaningful therapy requires both acceptance and change. Emotional wellness grows when we learn to accept what we cannot control while taking intentional steps toward growth. Clients who are open, reflective, and willing to engage in this balance often experience the most meaningful and lasting change.

My approach

My primary approach is Reality Therapy and Choice Theory. I help clients identify strengths, clarify goals, and create meaningful change. I am a strong believer in the healing power of good relationships, so my work is framed by the intent to help folks get along better with the important people in their lives.

Expertise

Focus populations

HIV/AIDS
Recovery/12 Step Friendly
Single Mother
+ 3 more

Therapy types

  • Couples Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Individual Therapy

Ages served

  • Minors
  • Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna
  • Allegiance
  • Allied
  • Arlo
  • Ascension-SmartHealth

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work, Behavioral Health from California State University, Sacramento.

Sessions

60 minutes
Virtual sessions

Next appointmentMonday, Jun 15th