Chris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Amherst, MA 01002
Let's Connect (413) 600-0277
Starting therapy, re-starting therapy, and shifting therapists can be absolutely daunting. With so many variables I've deferred to what many people have known for a long time, and have ultimately repackaged and evolved throughout the years. Great therapy begins with the relationship. Talking through feelings, exploring somatic experiences, and reflecting on these processes is essential to understanding how people show up in their environments, communities, and personal relationships. These are some of the experiences I hope to hold with clients while also exploring the important narratives people hold about themselves.
Utilizing psychodynamic therapy, I will work diligently to highlight strengths, shore up defenses, and slowly explore choices that people can have more control and engagement over in their life. This doesn't always mean finding a solution, and can resolve with sitting with emotions in a way that is safe/safer. Ultimately, creating acceptance for ourselves.
Individuals can come to therapy with a plan, and will often coach providers with what they need. I am focused on starting this journey together so that I can hear and explore your needs. Whether you are resourcefully practiced at naming them, or struggle to find your voice. I hope to follow your lead, and am inspired that you took the first step to show up.
Call or Email Chris Watkins now for a free 15 minute consultation - (413) 600-0277
Let's Connect (413) 600-0277
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Paypal, Venmo, WireInsurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Health New England (HNE)
- Optum
- Tufts
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Chris Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (413) 600-0277
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Massachusetts / 123668 Chris Watkins
- Attended Smith College School for Social Work
- Certificate from ASWB MA 000224612 / 2019
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Chris Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (413) 600-0277
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Child
- Depression
Expertise
- ADHD
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Autism
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Developmental Disorders
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Intellectual Disability
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Men's Issues
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Substance Use
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Video Game Addiction
- Weight Loss
Chris Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (413) 600-0277
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Family Systems
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Jungian
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Chris Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (413) 600-0277
Location
Additional Location
Essential Psychotherapy
East Street
South Hadley, MA 01075
(413) 600-0277Nearby Areas
Counties
Chris Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Call for a free consultation now - (413) 600-0277