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Christopher Standish

Practical strategies grounded in thoughtful listening

LCSW California

Experience
9 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Christopher

Christopher Standish is an LCSW with nine years of clinical experience and licenses in both California and New York.

Background and approach

He has worked in publicly funded mental health clinics and in substance abuse treatment settings, bringing a practical, experience-based perspective to common concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. He combines clinical training with real-world practice to help clients address complicated emotional and behavioral patterns.

Christopher prefers a collaborative, respectful approach that honors each person’s story while focusing on achievable change. He draws on a range of modalities including cognitive behavioral tools, client-centered techniques, motivational interviewing, narrative approaches, and psychodynamic ideas to tailor conversations and plans to an individual’s needs.

He aims to identify workable strategies, enhance motivation, and clarify values so clients can make steady progress toward their goals. Clients can expect thoughtful listening paired with practical strategies and an emphasis on understanding the unique context of their lives.

Christopher encourages people to take the first step and offers flexible online session formats to support engagement and continuity of care.

Approaches and Online Options for Practical Change



Christopher draws on cognitive behavioral techniques and client-centered principles to support online work. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can help with anxiety, mood, and anger management by teaching concrete coping strategies. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, helping people feel heard and clarifying their own goals so change emerges from the client’s values and strengths.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Christopher frames that as a collaborative decision. He will work with each person to determine which methods fit their needs and preferences, adjusting the plan as goals evolve and new priorities emerge.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make participation more flexible. These options can help people maintain continuity of care around work, family, or other obligations, and allow therapists and clients to focus on practical skills, regular check-ins, and timely support across different formats.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Christopher commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, self-esteem challenges, and depression, and also addresses topics like caregiver stress, addiction, family problems, and life purpose.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
He blends client-centered listening with practical strategies drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, narrative work, and psychodynamic ideas to tailor treatment to each person.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings nine years of professional experience working in publicly funded mental health clinics and substance abuse treatment settings.
What credentials and locations are on his record?
He holds the LCSW credential with CA LCSW 128874 and NY LCSW 086139 and practices from California.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available for appointments?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different needs.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

New York, California

Languages

English