Christopher Straface
He/Him
Licensed Therapist, MA, LPC
About
Human nature is to avoid the things that make us uncomfortable. OCD therapy is going to feel uncomfortable — you're no longer avoiding the things you used to avoid. It's like physical therapy: You have to do some work, but it can be life-changing. As a therapist, I'm relaxed, warm, and welcoming. I will educate you on the process and goal of ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), an effective model that will help you. My other areas of professional focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, trichotillomania and BFRBs (body-focused repetitive behaviors), and adjustment disorder.
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About
Human nature is to avoid the things that make us uncomfortable. OCD therapy is going to feel uncomfortable — you're no longer avoiding the things you used to avoid. It's like physical therapy: You have to do some work, but it can be life-changing. As a therapist, I'm relaxed, warm, and welcoming. I will educate you on the process and goal of ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), an effective model that will help you. My other areas of professional focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, trichotillomania and BFRBs (body-focused repetitive behaviors), and adjustment disorder.
INSURANCE ACCEPTED
Takes Aetna, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Cigna, EMI Health, Forest County Potawatomi, Horizon BCBS, Imagine Health, Independence Blue Cross, Moda Health, Partners Direct Health, United Healthcare
LOCATION
Licensed in Texas
EDUCATION
- MC, Wayland Baptist University (2016)
- NOCD Academy, OCD Training Program
CULTURAL COMPETENCIES
BIPOC, Christianity
OTHER AREAS OF EXPERTISE
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics
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Why our members love working with Christopher
V.W.
Jun 25, 2024
Christopher is amazing and communicates so well. As rough as exposure therapy can be working with him has been easy because he was cared to build trust in the process.
C.S.
Jul 06, 2023
Understands
N.G.
May 31, 2023
Chris is awesome. He truly cares, or at least that is what it seems. I rarely leave any reviews for anyone in general, but after having seen him for months, he deserves it.
J.S.
Feb 23, 2023
Chris is so patient and really challenges me. Sessions are so helpful.
C.R.
Feb 06, 2023
Chris understands me so well . I can tell he sincerely cares about what I’m going through . I also feel like he puts himself in my shoes and that makes me feel like I can make it through this rough time
J.S.
Jan 03, 2023
Chris really pushes me and that helps a lot
A.L.
Dec 21, 2022
Appreciate all the efforts in helping me live with OCD
A.P.
Dec 13, 2022
Coming off of 9 sessions together so far & I can’t say enough how much it has helped having Chris in my court. He is very welcoming & just great at making you feel heard without judgement. Could not recommend him enough.
A.L.
Nov 28, 2022
Very helpful as always!
J.S.
Nov 16, 2022
Chris is wonderful. He has helped me so much.
A.L.
Oct 28, 2022
Amazing experience with Chris!!
A.J.
Oct 25, 2022
Felt comfortable right away.
A.L.
Oct 03, 2022
Amazing and equipped to help OCD patients!!
A.L.
Sep 12, 2022
Amazing therapist!! Very confident in the help I’m receiving
A.L.
Sep 07, 2022
Amazing and very helpful!! - All sessions have been successful!!
K.J.
Sep 07, 2022
So grateful for Chris! He is an amazing therapist.
K.J.
Aug 16, 2022
Chris is very Knowledgeable about OCD and very helpful in the techniques needed to help.
K.J.
Aug 10, 2022
I am so grateful for Chris' professionalism and ability to describe the illness and help to resolve issues and hardships.
A.L.
Aug 05, 2022
Great!!
anonymous
Feb 09, 2022
Chris is amazing at listening and understanding. Very validating and helpful! I would recommend Chris for anyone needing help managing OCD.
anonymous
Jan 26, 2022
Chris was great as always! He really takes time to listen and understand what you’re going through. I’ve been to a few therapists for non OCD related issues, but Chris has been the most positive experience. He asks a lot of questions and really makes you feel validated. I also never feel rushed when talking, or towards the end of the session. I look forward to continue working with him!
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