Hi, I’m Chris.

Something within you has led you here. Something yearning for understanding, change or acceptance. Maybe you feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in holding patterns, tending old wounds or wondering "What's next?" Whatever is present for you, it is my honor to meet you where you are, as you are, with compassion and curiosity. My goal as a counselor is to create a nonjudgmental, supportive space for you to connect with your truth. All of us are already whole and therapy is a way to return to that knowing. I'm inspired by my clients' wisdom and creativity as they explore the highs and lows of their experience and find a way forward.

I offer a creative and unique alternative to talk therapy through mindfulness based mind-body modalities, expressive arts and music. Through a Transpersonal framework, I use holistic mind-body modalities such as IFS, Hakomi, somatic therapy, Gestalt, & psychedelic therapy support as well as expressive arts modalities in music, sound therapy, art and writing. It is my intention to honor all dimensions of your human experience, and respect your intuition and unique background with playfulness, warmth, and kindness. I welcome anyone who wants to invite more freedom into their lives through a deeper self-knowing of the mind, body, and creative self.

With compassion and attention we can learn to accept all dimensions of our experience. I utilize somatic and cognitive interventions to bring you back into your authenticity, your creativity, and your own unfolding. I operate through a playful, compassionate, spontaenous and supportive lens and it is my honor to be with my you as you are. I strongly believe everyone has an innate ability to heal themselves and my goal as a counselor is to use my skills to escort you as you resolve into the harmony of your higher self.

Prior to beginning my therapy career, I spent the last five years in expressive arts as a music and arts specialist at a therapy school, working with people on the autism spectrum, as well as those with behavioral challenges and learning differences. This work has shaped my life and influenced my approach in therapy. I show up for my clients in a playful, supportive way, making space to allow their organic process to unfold as it needs to.

I have a deep history of being involved in the arts, spending many years as a touring recording artist, and having a creative passion for music, writing and filmmaking. I very much enjoy working with clients who are in the middle of a creative process. In my free time, I am often curiously exploring the physics of sound, exploring the mystical states of ecstasy and trance through music and improvisation, wrestling my furry pet children (Dali, Ruby and Eno), and inventing previously unknown spicy fusion dishes with my wife. I am an avid meditator, sunshine craver and reader of esoteric and spiritual texts.

Certifications,Trainings & Experience

• EMDR trained with Center for Creative Mindfulness, (in progress 2024)

•Hakomi Somatic Therapy - Seattle Hakomi Network 2024 (level 1 in progress)

• Holotropic Breathwork issued by Grof Legacy Training, 2023

• Beckley Academy | Relational Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy 2022

• Pre-Licensed Counselor at Ignite A Path to Wellness 2022

• Children’s Institute for Learning Differences, Music & Arts Specialist, 2019-2024

DEGREES

• MA in Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling, Naropa University, 2023

• MFA in Creative Writing: Fiction, UMass Amherst , 2015

• BA in Creative Writing, Louisiana State University, 2009

• BA in Mass Communications & Advertising, Louisiana State University, 2009

FAQ

  • $165 for a 50 minute individual session

    $250 for a 75 minute intake session

    I keep a few spaces open for low-income clients. If you feel this is reflective of your economic circumstances, please let me know. Please keep in mind that I hold these spaces open to people who do not have access to insurance or the financial means to pay my full session rate.

  • Yes! I offer telehealth therapy for clients who reside in Washington State.

  • Yes! I offer in-person session in Seattle, Washington in the conveniently located SODO neighborhood.

    My office has plenty of free parking. There is often a therapy dog in session as well.

  • Not at the moment. I am an "Out of Network" provider for all PPO insurance plans. In some cases, services may be reimbursed in part by your health insurance plan if you have out of network behavioral health coverage. I can provide you with a “superbill' that you can submit to your insurance.

  • Yes, I offer prospective clients a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we are a good fit.

  • Therapy is most effective when conducted on an ongoing and consistent basis. I recommend sessions on a bi-monthly or weekly basis. If you are experiencing a crisis, sudden loss, or significant life change, then short-term therapy can be helpful to assist you through a challenging time.

  • If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, kindly do so by text, call, or email at least 48 hours in advance of your scheduled appointment. Any appointments that are rescheduled or cancelled less than 48 hours will be charged the full session rate. If you intend to reschedule your appointment, please be aware that I cannot guarantee another available time within the same time slot or within the same week.

    The only exceptions for late cancellations are for emergencies (i.e., death or birth in the family, an accident) or serious illnesses or injuries of yourself or someone you care for. Work or travel-related conflicts will not be exceptions to this policy. This policy is necessary because a time commitment is made to you and is held exclusively for you. Fees incurred on same day cancellations may be waived in the event of an emergency on a case-by-case basis