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Chris McDuffie(He/Him/His)

(He/Him/His)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
California
Addiction- Anxiety -
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Professional statement

Chris enjoys helping individuals who suffer from mental health and/or substance abuse problems. He is a highly effective leader who personalizes the care of each client. He offers each client a highly personalized approach which typically includes spiritual, Buddhist, Mindfulness, and/or secular, Western, approaches (ACT, CBT, DBT) of therapy. Each of these therapies help his clients to manage their emotions and thrive toward there personal goals.

Chris is extremely well versed in 12 Step and SMART approaches to recovery from alcohol and drugs. Clients needing help with managing emotions, relationships, and meeting their goals through private, individualized care and goal setting will find him most helpful.

Chris is licensed in CA and works nationally and internationally as a teacher, trainer and coach. Please contact Chris for a free 15 minute consultation, today.


Message to clients

I enjoy helping individuals who suffer from mental health and/or substance abuse problems. I am a highly effective leader who personalizes the care of each client. I offer my clients a highly personalized approach which typically includes spiritual, Buddhist, Mindfulness, and/or secular, Western, approaches (ACT, CBT, DBT) of therapy. I am extremely well versed in 12 Step and SMART approaches to recovery from alcohol and drugs. Clients needing help with managing emotions, relationships, and meeting their goals through private, individualized care and goal setting will find me most helpful.

I offer Spiritual, Buddhist, Judeo-Christian and Mindfulness secular approaches (ACT, CBT, DBT) to help my clients thrive and meet their goals. Clients needing help with managing emotions, relationships, and meeting their goals through private, individualized care and goal setting will find me most helpful.

I bring a lifetime of personal experience, compassion, and respect for the wellness of all of my clients.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 6 years

Chris McDuffie Counseling , Psychotherapist/Sober Coach, 2011 - Present
AToN Center, Psychotherapist/Sober Coach , 2014 - 2025
High School Principal , High School Principal/College Professor , 1996 - 2011

Fordham University , MSW, 2020
Fordham University , PD School Administration , 1995
Fordham Univeristy, MA American History, 1994

Licensure

California: 127770

Languages

English

Specialties

Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Allied Benefits
  • Aetna - Exchange
  • Aetna - WebTPA
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Loyola Marymount University Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • Pomona College Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • University of Southern California Student Health Insurance (Aetna)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$250 (60min)
  • Sliding scale:$200 - $250

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