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Christopher Grasso

Christopher Grasso

LPCC

California

Change-focused counselor helping people move forward

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At a glance

Credentials
LPCC
License
LPCC, California / 15716
Experience
6 years
Languages
English
Location
California

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    • Motivation-focused
    • Values centered
    • Practical steps

    About Christopher

    Christopher Grasso is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in California. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, and addictions. He aims to create an open space where people can talk honestly about their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.

    He emphasizes a collaborative, strength-focused way of working. Sessions often involve listening closely, asking questions that help clarify goals, and supporting small steps toward change. He encourages people to notice what matters most and to try manageable actions that match their values.

    Christopher draws on several therapeutic approaches, including Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He uses these methods to address patterns like impulsivity, guilt and shame, problems with communication, and feelings of isolation.

    Over six years of professional work, he has supported people dealing with panic attacks, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and relationship-related concerns such as abandonment and control issues. He also helps with life purpose questions and men’s issues, aiming to make conversations straightforward and practical.

    People who choose to work with him can expect a calm, nonjudgmental approach that balances compassion with actionable steps. He frames progress as a sequence of small changes and stays focused on what each person wants to accomplish next.

  2. How therapeutic approaches guide online work

    Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons for change. It uses open questions, reflective listening, and gentle guidance to build motivation and clarify goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to relationship patterns and how early connections affect current trust and closeness in relationships.

    Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and together they will decide which methods to try. This is a cooperative process that can shift over time as progress and priorities change.

    The practical benefits of online therapy often include easier scheduling and the ability to fit sessions into a busy life. Online sessions can reduce travel time and make it simpler to check in during a lunch break or between errands. The original profile did not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm the available options before booking to learn about timing and how sessions are run. Licensed professionals commonly adapt techniques like motivational interviewing and CBT to work well in virtual sessions, focusing on clear goals, homework between meetings, and steady follow-through.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

    Additional focus areas

    AbandonmentAttachment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    6+ years

    Listed in

    California

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does this therapist help with?

    He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, plus related issues such as abandonment, communication problems, and impulsivity.

    What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?

    He uses a collaborative, listening-first style that emphasizes motivation and small, doable changes tied to what matters to the client.

    What kind of experience does he have?

    He has six years of professional work experience supporting people with panic attacks, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and other life challenges.

    What credentials and location are listed?

    He is an LPCC, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and he practices in California.

    In which language are sessions offered?

    Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

    What session formats are available?

    The original profile did not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

    How does payment and cost work?

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

    How do I begin working with this therapist?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

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