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Christel Salas

Christel Salas

LCSW

California

Guided, practical therapy for everyday struggles

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, California / 122823
Experience
5 years
Languages
English
Location
California

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    • Motivational focus
    • Practical coping skills
    • Collaborative process

    About Christel

    Christel Salas is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and major life changes. She also supports people facing relationship strain, communication problems, workplace issues, and the fallout of separation or divorce.

    She uses a straightforward, compassionate style in sessions. Conversations focus on practical steps, clearer thinking, and small habits that add up. She aims to help people build coping tools they can use between visits.

    Her work draws on several evidence-based approaches. Motivational Interviewing is used to strengthen motivation for change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with more balanced thinking. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports clearer values and committed action.

    Christel brings five years of clinical experience as a California LCSW. That experience includes helping people through panic attacks, seasonal mood shifts, workplace stress, and questions about life purpose. She emphasizes collaboration and respects each person’s pace.

    Sessions are meant to be practical and goal-oriented while still making room for honest exploration. She encourages realistic steps toward change and checks in about what is and isn’t working. Prospective clients can expect down-to-earth language and a steady, focused approach to solving problems.

  2. How therapeutic approaches guide online work

    Christel uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and build momentum. This method focuses on listening, asking open questions, and supporting small, sustainable steps forward.

    She also draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people clarify what matters to them and take action aligned with those values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and practice different ways of responding to stress and anxiety.

    Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client talk through goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped in the past. Together they pick methods and practical exercises that fit the person’s life rather than forcing a single model.

    If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking since the profile does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins during a workday. Some formats may also be simpler when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Discuss scheduling preferences and practical needs during the initial match so sessions can be arranged to fit everyday life.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

    Additional focus areas

    Communication problemsDivorce and separationLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Workplace issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    5+ years

    Listed in

    California

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does she help with?

    She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. She also helps with relationship strain, communication problems, workplace issues, and life transitions like separation or divorce.

    How would you describe her therapeutic style?

    She uses a collaborative and straightforward approach. Sessions focus on conversation, practical steps, and building skills that fit everyday life.

    What experience does she bring to sessions?

    She has five years of clinical experience. That time includes work with panic attacks, seasonal affective disorder, and helping people find direction after major changes.

    What are her credentials and where is she based?

    She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and she is licensed in California.

    Can I work with her if I live outside the US?

    Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.

    What session formats are available?

    The original profile does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking to know whether video, phone, or other formats are offered.

    How much do sessions cost?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with her?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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