Christen has helped me, in such a short amount of time, break out of my constant "fight or flight" mode. I still have a lot of work to do to sustain my strength but I am confident Christen will help me get to where I need to be. Her communication skills and ability to validate my feelings are phenomenal. I am thankful for BetterHelp and Christen as I KNOW they are saving lives everyday.
Christen Sakales, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Christen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Christen. View 1 review
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
More about Christen
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am an individual and family therapist licensed in Florida since 2009. I have more than 13 years of experience working as a counselor, parenting coach, and in hospital settings. I have also worked with children diagnosed with critical illnesses and their families during crises.
I help clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, Caregivers of special needs kids and adults, parenting problems, grief, and adjustment to medical diagnoses.
I am an Adoption Competent Therapist with the State of Florida and have had extensive experience with the child welfare system.
My therapy style is very warm and collaborative. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe judgement helps. My clients describe me as "easy to talk to, and state "I feel better after we meet".
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, crisis counseling,
And solution focused therapy. I will tailor our treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes a lot of strength to ask for help so you have already taken the first step!
My goal is to help you move forward in that strength. Hope starts Here!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coaching
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Domestic violence
Family problems
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Intellectual disability
Life purpose
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum depression
Self-harm
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Christen Sakales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417180670.
- LCSW · Florida · SW9539 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Christen Sakales
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Christen has helped me, in such a short amount of time, break out of my constant "fight or flight" mode. I still have a lot of work to do to sustain my strength but I am confident Christen will help me get to where I need to be. Her communication skills and ability to validate my feelings are phenomenal. I am thankful for BetterHelp and Christen as I KNOW they are saving lives everyday.
Frequently asked questions
Does Christen Sakales offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Christen Sakales works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Christen Sakales speak?
Christen Sakales speaks English.
How many years of experience does Christen Sakales have?
Christen Sakales has 13 years of experience.
Where is Christen Sakales licensed to practice?
Christen Sakales is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Christen Sakales accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Christen Sakales does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Christen Sakales offer?
Christen Sakales offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Christen Sakales?
Christen Sakales can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Christen Sakales?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.