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Cristina Dawes

Therapist
18 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Trauma
  • Family therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

ello and thanks for reaching out! I have been practicing in California with 25 years of work experience, of which 17 have been licensed. I specifically trained and have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma, abuse, depression, & executive coaching. I also have experience working with professional coaching. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

My approach to therapy

I have the clients tell me what style and or techniques they have heard of and use there input to specifically give treatment for their nees.

What you can expect from me

Openness to hear their story! Active listening and I will answer any questions they may have about the treatment process and their rights!

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Holistic, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    18 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Pacific Oaks College
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Stress management, Physical health issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Psychodynamic, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Care types
    Family therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Children, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    600 South Pacific Avenue Ste 222
    San Pedro, CA 90731