Licensed clinical social worker recordPennsylvania
Chris Schiffelbein, LCSW
Pennsylvania
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and LGBT concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
- LCSW, licence CW019621
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 080949
- NPI
- 1619319902
- Experience
- 13 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Pennsylvania
These details come from information Chris supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Life change support
About Chris
Chris Schiffelbein is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and Pennsylvania with 13 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, LGBT-related concerns, and the strain of life changes. He focuses on practical ways to get through hard days and to manage feelings that interfere with work and family life.
In sessions he listens for what is most pressing and uses straightforward conversation to identify small changes that can make a difference. He works with concrete coping skills for anxiety and low mood, and helps people notice patterns that keep problems going. Conversations include planning, problem-solving, and checking what works between visits.
He approaches grief and loss by helping people name what they’ve lost and find manageable next steps. For LGBT-related concerns he aims to address stressors tied to identity, relationships, and daily life. When life changes create upheaval he helps people sort priorities and make practical decisions.
His style is direct and steady. He brings social work experience to connect personal concerns with practical resources and strategies. Sessions are focused on real-world problems like sleep, work stress, caregiving demands, and relationship strain.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The first visit usually looks at immediate concerns, what has been tried, and a simple plan for next steps.
BHow sessions work
Evidence-based approaches and online care
Chris uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical skills and behavior change. One common approach is skills-based coping work, which teaches step-by-step strategies for managing anxiety and low mood such as breathing, activity planning, and breaking tasks into smaller steps. These techniques help when worry or low energy make everyday tasks feel overwhelming.Another approach centers on problem-solving and behavioral activation. Problem-solving breaks big issues into clear choices and small actions. Behavioral activation focuses on scheduling meaningful activities to counteract withdrawal and low mood. Both approaches are useful for life changes, grief, and the kind of stress that affects work and relationships.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, current struggles, and what has or has not helped before. Together they will try methods that fit the person’s preferences and adjust the plan over time.
Confirm session format options before booking, as specific online formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins from home or during a break at work. It can also make regular, brief appointments more practical for people juggling caregiving, shifts, or irregular hours.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania, New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, LGBT-related concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach?
He uses practical, conversation-based work that focuses on coping skills, problem-solving, and planning. Sessions aim to find small, workable changes that fit day-to-day life.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of experience working in social work and clinical settings.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York and Pennsylvania and is based in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers