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Dr. Christopher Chaffin

LMFT, PsyD A Life Examined
Specialties: Existential Crisis, Aging, LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Self Esteem,

Introduction

As a therapist, I operate from an existential-humanistic foundation with an integrative approach to the tools we’ll use to address the treatment goals arrived at through our collaboration. To paraphrase Socrates, a life unexamined is a life unlived. To him, identifying and acknowledging the limitations in our knowledge was a necessary first step on the journey to true knowledge. In this process, Socrates was demonstrating that a life examined is a life well lived. Understanding ourselves through therapeutic exploration allows us to put words to what we see, think, and feel. With those words can come the power to motivate ourselves, make healthier decision, and to grow.

GENDER Male
PRONOUNS He/Him/His
RACE & ETHNICITY Middle Eastern/North African, White, Biracial/Multiracial

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • LMFT #115225 (CA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families

Communities

  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Recovery
  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual
  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Agnostic
  • Atheist
  • Buddhist
  • Christian
  • Islam
  • Jewish
  • Latter-day Saints/Mormon
  • Pagan
  • Interfaith
  • Multi-Faith

Payment options Free intro call available

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  • Fee Description $300

Locations

A Life Examined
Long Beach, CA 90807-3947
A Life Examined - Telehealth 02
Long Beach, CA 90807
A Life Examined - Telehealth 10
Long Beach, CA 90807-3907
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Frequently asked questions

Is Dr. Christopher Chaffin accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Dr. Christopher Chaffin is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Dr. Christopher Chaffin offer telehealth appointments? Dr. Christopher Chaffin does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Dr. Christopher Chaffin specialize in? Dr. Christopher Chaffin specializes in the following areas: Addiction, Aging, Anxiety, College Mental Health, Communication Issues, Couples Counseling, Cultural Adjustment, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Existential Crisis, Gender Identity, LGBTQIA+, Personality Disorder, Open Relationships/Polyamory, Racial Identity, Self Esteem, Trauma, Cultural and Systemic Oppression, Kink/Diverse Sexualities, White Privilege, and Unconscious Bias.
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