Cristina Chinchilla
I’m Cristina Chinchilla, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida. I specialize in supporting individuals healing from trauma, feeling lost, or struggling with their identity. My goal is to help you navigate life’s challenges and find your purpose. I create a safe, validating space where you can share your most vulnerable thoughts, and together, we will work to break toxic patterns and address generational issues.
First session
With years of experience in both therapy and non-profit leadership, I’ve seen the incredible transformations that can occur with dedication and focus. If you’re ready to reclaim your power and explore what’s holding you back, I invite you to schedule your first session. Together, we can work towards healing and change.
Strengths
As a therapist, my greatest strengths lie in my strengths-based and solutions-focused approach. I am committed to helping you identify your inherent strengths while guiding you towards practical, actionable solutions. I provide empathetic yet direct feedback, fostering a supportive space where we can address challenges openly. I also prioritize equipping you with practical tools to change your thoughts, behaviors, and ultimately, your life—empowering you to create lasting, positive change.
Ideal clients
I specialize in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including the LGBTQIA community, and those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, OCD, addiction, and substance misuse. My therapy approach also addresses issues related to sex and sexuality, creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their challenges and find healing. Whether navigating personal identity, emotional struggles, or past trauma, I offer compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to each client's unique needs and experiences.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is used in my therapy practice to help reframe negative thoughts and retrain unhealthy thought patterns.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
DBT is used to help patients manage emotions, improve relationships and reduce self-destructive behaviors through mindfulness, acceptance and change strategies
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a type of therapy used to treat OCD. It involves gradually exposing individuals to feared situations or thoughts while preventing the compulsive behaviors that typically follow, helping to reduce anxiety and break the cycle of obsession and compulsion.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Person-Centered Therapy, developed by Carl Rogers, emphasizes a non-judgmental, empathetic therapeutic relationship. It focuses on creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings and experiences, fostering self-acceptance and personal growth. The therapist provides active listening, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard.
Positive Psychology
Positive Psychology focuses on enhancing well-being and personal growth by emphasizing strengths, virtues, and positive emotions. It encourages individuals to cultivate happiness, resilience, and life satisfaction, rather than merely treating mental illness. Key areas include gratitude, optimism, mindfulness, and meaning.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Woman
Top specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)