Christopher Standish, LCSW
Licensed in New York · 9 years in practice
Christopher Standish is a licensed clinical social worker with nine years of experience in mental health work.
License and registration
- LCSW, New York
- 086139 · expires July 2026
- LCSW, California
- 128874 · expires February 2027
- NPI
- 1710243837 · national provider identifier
- Years in practice
- 9
- Languages
- English
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About Christopher
Christopher Standish is a licensed clinical social worker with nine years of experience in mental health work. He has practiced in California and New York and has worked in publicly funded mental health clinics and substance abuse treatment settings. He approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and straightforward support.
Christopher helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, anger, and relationship struggles. He pays attention to practical concerns like motivation, communication problems, and issues tied to caregiving or aging.
Background and approach
He also addresses challenges such as isolation, grief, and questions about life purpose. In sessions he aims to understand each person’s unique story before suggesting ways forward. He uses conversational, focused sessions to identify attainable goals and small steps toward them.
He balances short-term tools with conversations that look at longer patterns in someone’s life. Christopher draws on approaches that include client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, narrative ideas, and psychodynamic thinking. That mix lets him match methods to what a person actually needs, whether the focus is coping skills or unpacking deeper patterns.
He encourages people to take the first step even when it feels hard. Christopher will work with clients to set clear goals, adjust the plan as progress happens, and keep the pace manageable throughout treatment.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Christopher lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Christopher names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
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Online support
How Christopher Adapts Therapeutic Approaches for Online Work
Christopher uses client-centered therapy to focus on each person’s experience and priorities. That means sessions start with the client’s goals and move at a pace that feels right, which helps with issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life direction.He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, a practical approach that looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. CBT is useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and anger because it teaches concrete strategies people can practice between sessions.
Finding the right blend of approaches is a collaborative process. Christopher will discuss options and tailor methods to match a client’s needs, goals, and preferences. He checks in regularly and adjusts the plan as progress is made.
Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy flexible. Video is helpful for deeper conversations that benefit from visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or text messaging can support brief check-ins, short problem-solving, or ongoing motivation between longer sessions. These options help fit therapy into work breaks, caregiving schedules, or different daily routines.
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Questions people ask
What concerns does Christopher commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger, and low self-esteem, plus related issues like caregiver stress, addiction concerns, and questions about life purpose.
What is his therapy style like?
His style is direct and respectful, combining practical coping techniques with conversational exploration of patterns that affect mood and behavior.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has nine years of professional experience, including work in publicly funded mental health clinics and substance abuse treatment communities.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He is an LCSW with licensure in California and New York State and is based in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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