Chris works to promote social justice by utilizing an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and intersectional approach within their therapeutic work. In an effort to promote transparency and share how they navigate the world, Chris is a Latinx/e biracial, queer, nonbinary/agender, neurodivergent, fat/larger-bodied person. Chris is also in an interracial marriage with their Black husband, and they have one dog together. Chris continues to further their learning and understanding within therapy by centering disabled, queer, transgender, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) in the research they read and the educational materials they engage. Chris also works to promote equity and inclusion alongside leadership at BPOQe through the supervision and consultation services provided.

Chris provides services to adults and adolescents struggling with trauma, dissociation, mood disorders, neurodivergence, chronic health issues, disability, sexual issues, gender identity, LGBTQ+ issues, racial identity, and grief. Chris also provides family and relationship counseling, including those in non-monogamous relationships. Chris has training in IFS, EMDR, DBT, EFT, EFFT, and the Gottman Method. Chris offers a compassionate and curious approach with their clients pulling knowledge gained from formal education and training alongside their own lived experience. They work to provide their clients with validation, emotional and practical support, assistance with skill development for daily life management, and guidance through processing experiences.

Education:

Masters of Science in Social Work

University of Texas at Arlington

Credentials:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Supervisor)- 58350

Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work, ABCSW

Academy of Certified Social Workers, NASW

EMDR Certified Therapist, EMDRIA

Methods of Payment:

Insurance: Cigna, Aetna, BCBS, United, Oscar Health, Optum, Oxford

Private Pay: Individuals- $140 per session; Couples- $155 per session; super bills for insurance by request