My counselor Christopher Navas has been a huge help to me through some big issues and decisions. He makes me look at things in a different way, and what I think the issue is, sometimes isn't the real issue. Working on myself has never been something I thought I could do, but he has made me do tough things by facing small fears one at a time. I can tell him a anything with complete confidence.
Christopher Navas, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Christopher is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Christopher. View 14 reviews
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Very helpful, good listener, supportive, good insight into my way of thinking and helped me make some changes
More about Christopher
- 6 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. My primary goal is that my clients feel safe and comfortable with me. I have 10 years of experience working with children, teens and adults. I have had the opportunity to work with parents, children, and individuals, but I focus on parenting strategies, as it is pertinent to raising a family well. Parents often have a hard time talking to their kids, either because they aren't open to it, or the long work hours prohibit them from spending time together. Single parents are often dealt the toughest hand. Managing home and work life is not easy, it can be overwhelming and cause us to burn out. Having someone to vent to may help! Seeking counseling is the first step, and I strive to provide sound direction
I will not pretend to have all of the answers, but I can promise to work with you to find the helpful life solutions. Please try to understand this process, as things become new. I hope you are ready to work, because I may ask you questions, or challenge you to do things that you may not be used to doing. My approach includes cognitive-behavioral training, humanistic and solution-focused therapy. I have a license, but you are the expert in your own life. The more you do on your end, the more I will be able to help. We can always adapt and adjust to continue the course
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Licenses
Christopher Navas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1750720967.
- LMFT · California · 112060 · 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 Christopher Navas
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
My counselor Christopher Navas has been a huge help to me through some big issues and decisions. He makes me look at things in a different way, and what I think the issue is, sometimes isn't the real issue. Working on myself has never been something I thought I could do, but he has made me do tough things by facing small fears one at a time. I can tell him a anything with complete confidence.
Very helpful, good listener, supportive, good insight into my way of thinking and helped me make some changes
Christopher was great at listening and the conversation flowed well
I think he's an amazing provider, he listens and doesn't judge. I can talk to him without feeling like I'm talking to a stuffy professional. He's very nice and considerate his help and advice has greatly helped to improve my day to day.
Christopher N has been a very good counselor for me . He's great at getting me to look at other possibilities and mindsets when I think I know everything . I trust him and I feel like I'm confiding in a friend.
Chris navigates through conversation in a way where you feel listened to, understood but also challenged. He’s managed to make accurate observations as well as provide useful tools for working through past trauma/personal thoughts/goals.
Christopher is great in listening and helping you find your own solutions to your problems
Gracias Christopher
Chris is by far the best therapist I have ever had. He makes me feel comfortable, and I feel like I can talk to him about absolutely anything. He always has great insight, and gives me new tools and techniques to move forward. I respect him, and trust his expertise. He is friendly and has a good sense of humor, which are both extremely important in making me feel comfortable. I hope to continue working with Chris as long as it’s possible.
I came to Christopher after having a not so great experience with the only other therapist I had ever talked to. He made me feel so comfortable opening up right away and would also help to guide the session so that it doesn’t get stuck or not go anywhere. As he said himself, he is very direct and to the point and does not want to waste anyone’s time. He will be honest with you and work with you to figure out what it best for your life.
Christopher was a great help in my first journey with therapy. His advice and wisdom was very beneficial in the time that I had being counseled by him. Wish I could’ve stuck with Better Help but due to some financial reasons I won’t be able to continue. But just wanted to leave this review as a big thanks to Christopher and I’ll carry his advice tips with me from now forward.
Though our schedules didn't line up to have a formal counseling session, Christopher was very pleasant and professional to communicate with.
Christopher is a wonderful help to me and my partner! He’s doing double the work with having to translate from Spanish to English but he’s doing fabulous and we love our sessions!
Chris is practical, calm, and knows how to strike the right balance between challenging me to work on myself, and not giving me so much that it's overwhelming. I've been in therapy before, and he ranks right up there with the best therapists I've seen in person.
Frequently asked questions
Does Christopher Navas offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Christopher Navas 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 Christopher Navas speak?
Christopher Navas speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Christopher Navas have?
Christopher Navas has 6 years of experience.
Where is Christopher Navas licensed to practice?
Christopher Navas is licensed to practice in California.
Does Christopher Navas accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Christopher Navas 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."
How can I communicate with Christopher Navas?
Christopher Navas 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 Christopher Navas?
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.