Therapist profile
Christopher Standish, LCSW
California
LCSW - Anger and Relationship Concerns
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, New York / 086139; LCSW, California / 128874
- NPI1710243837
- Experience9 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationCalifornia
About
- Stress and anxiety
- CBT and narrative work
- Motivation focused
About Christopher
Christopher Standish is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - licensed in California and New York with nine years of professional experience. He has worked in publicly funded mental health clinics and in substance use treatment settings. Christopher focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, anger, self-esteem, and depression.
He has helped people at different life stages and with varied situations, including caregiver stress, fatherhood issues, and challenges tied to aging. His background also covers substance use concerns, communication problems, and family of origin issues. Christopher uses several clinical approaches to match what a person needs.
In sessions he aims to be straightforward and practical. He works with clients to identify specific problems, talk through how those problems show up day-to-day, and try different ways to respond. That can mean looking at thoughts and behavior patterns, examining personal stories and relationships, or focusing on motivation to change.
Christopher blends methods such as client-centered conversation, cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, narrative work, and psychodynamic ideas. He helps people set small goals and track progress between meetings. The emphasis is on clearer thinking, better communication, and fewer sudden outbursts of anger or resentment.
To begin, people complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location. Sessions are conducted in English.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the client leads the topics. It helps people who want a collaborative, conversational approach to anger and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to change reactive patterns. That is useful for managing sudden irritation or ongoing resentment.Deciding which approach fits best is part of the early work. Christopher will review goals and preferences with the client and suggest a plan that may mix methods. The process is collaborative and can change as needs evolve.
The biography does not list specific session formats here, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions are often helpful because they can fit into busy schedules, make it easier to join from different locations, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Some people find audio-only meetings use less bandwidth, while video sessions can help with reading facial cues. Discussing practical arrangements during the first appointment helps make sessions workable alongside daily life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
New York, California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, self-esteem, and depression, along with related topics such as caregiver stress and addiction-related concerns.
How would he approach anger or temper issues?
He combines practical conversation, behavior-focused strategies, and exploration of personal stories to reduce reactive responses and improve communication.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of professional experience, including work in publicly funded mental health clinics and substance use treatment settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - with licensure in California and New York, and practices from California.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are used?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.