- Grief and loss
- Intimacy concerns
- Self esteem work
About Chris
Chris Farrell is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Pennsylvania and Texas with 35 years of professional experience. He works with people facing relationship strain, grief, intimacy-related concerns, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Chris names abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, and communication problems among the issues he addresses.
He has helped people who are dealing with addiction, separation or divorce, caregiver stress, and the emotional effects of cancer. Sessions focus on talking through current problems, understanding patterns that keep people stuck, and developing practical ways to handle daily stress. Conversations are direct and grounded in everyday language.
Chris uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide the work. He encourages clients to notice how past relationships influence present choices and to practice different ways of relating. The emphasis is often on clearer communication, setting boundaries, and rebuilding a sense of agency after loss or major change.
He asks questions, listens for patterns, and supports people as they try out new behaviors between sessions. Progress is measured in small changes that make everyday life easier. Chris works in English and provides services in Pennsylvania; international clients are not accepted.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How evidence-based methods are used online
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on changing unhelpful patterns and improving how people relate to others. One common approach looks at attachment and abandonment patterns to show how early relationships affect current intimacy and trust. That kind of work helps when a person feels stuck repeating the same relationship mistakes. Another approach concentrates on practical skills for communication and boundary-setting. It teaches concrete ways to speak up, manage conflict, and reduce escalation in difficult conversations.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals, try methods that fit the client's needs, and adjust the plan as progress is observed. Clients are encouraged to notice what helps and to bring feedback about what feels useful or not.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by avoiding travel time, allowing shorter check-ins, or offering a way to meet without needing to be on camera. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework so the work continues between appointments and fits into daily routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania, Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with relationship difficulties, grief, intimacy-related concerns, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
How does he approach feeling stuck?
He uses evidence-based techniques to identify repeating patterns and test practical changes in communication and behavior.
What is his background and experience?
He has 35 years of professional experience working with issues like addiction, divorce, caregiver stress, and family of origin problems.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is an LCSW licensed in Texas and Pennsylvania and practices in Pennsylvania.
Can I work with him if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients.
How are sessions paid for and how much do they cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.