Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Christopher Tellez, LCSW
California
Christopher Tellez, LCSW - Stress and LGBT concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 102856
- NPI
- 1437975364
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
These details come from information Christopher 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
- Client-centered work
- Emotion-focused methods
- Mindfulness practice
About Christopher
Christopher Tellez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with 15 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, grief, anger, and self-esteem issues. He also focuses on communication problems, dissociation, gender dysphoria, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, money and financial issues, panic, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, post-traumatic stress, seasonal affective disorder, self-love, sexuality, and social anxiety.
He uses a mix of talking and body-focused methods. Sessions include listening to how problems show up in everyday life and noticing physical reactions tied to feelings. He draws on client-centered work to follow what each person brings, and on emotionally-focused and mindfulness methods to help people recognize and name emotions and responses.
Christopher trained in social work and has been practicing for many years. He mentions integrating somatic elements and spiritual practices when requested, such as meditation and mantra work. That can be part of sessions for people who want it.
In practical terms he aims to help people process difficult emotions so they can make clearer choices. Conversations may address relationships, work stress, money worries, or identity questions. He frames clients as experts on their own lives and supports them in trying new ways of coping.
People who prefer a direct, experience-focused style may find this approach useful. He encourages realistic small steps, skill practice between sessions, and checking what is or isn't helpful as work proceeds.
BHow sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Christopher uses client-centered work to follow what each person brings; online sessions focus on clear listening and collaborative goal-setting to address pressing life problems. That approach helps with stress, self-esteem, and relationship or identity questions by prioritizing what matters to the client.He also draws on emotionally-focused methods to help people identify and name core feelings and patterns in relationships. Online sessions can use guided discussion and exercises to notice how emotions show up and to practice new responses. Mindfulness therapy appears in short, practical exercises such as breathing, body awareness, and simple meditations to reduce reactivity and improve focus.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss options and adjust based on a client's needs, goals, and preferences in a collaborative way. That conversation can include whether to include somatic noticing or meditation practices.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting appointments into a busy day and avoiding travel. Confirm the current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can be scheduled around work, family, and other responsibilities and adapted in length or focus to make sessions manageable.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, grief, anger, and self-esteem. He also addresses related areas such as panic, PTSD, relationship styles, and financial stress.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He combines client-centered listening with emotionally-focused and mindfulness approaches. Sessions often include noticing bodily reactions alongside talk therapy.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of experience in clinical work. That experience includes integrating somatic and meditation practices when requested.
Where is he licensed and what is his credential?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California.
What languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on the chosen plan and location.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers