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LCPC, LCMHC

Chris (Christopher) McKillop, LCPC, LCMHC

  • Experience11 years
  • LocationCalifornia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Anger
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy
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About Chris

Chris (Christopher) McKillop is a licensed therapist with more than 11 years of practice helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and related challenges.

Background and approach

He also supports clients facing addiction, grief, trauma and abuse, bipolar symptoms, parenting concerns, career transitions, self-esteem issues, LGBT matters, family dynamics, coping with life changes, and ADHD. With licenses as LCPC and LCMHC, he draws on a breadth of clinical tools to tailor care to each person’s needs.

He cultivates a compassionate, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore difficult emotions and develop practical coping skills. His work combines evidence-informed strategies and empathy, guiding clients toward greater emotional insight and resilience.

Chris emphasizes collaboration, helping people set goals and create realistic steps toward change while honoring their individual experiences. Clients can expect a respectful, strengths-based approach that balances skill-building with emotional processing.

Based in California and fluent in English, he offers multiple session formats to accommodate different schedules and preferences. He aims to support personal growth through focused, personalized treatment delivered with professionalism and genuine care.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Chris integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address thoughts, behaviors, and values. CBT offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and develop new behavioral responses, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and anger. ACT emphasizes learning to notice internal experiences while clarifying personal values and taking committed action, helping clients cope with persistent distress and pursue meaningful goals.

Deciding which approach fits best is part of the work together. He collaborates with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then selects or blends methods that match those priorities. This collaborative process helps ensure treatment stays focused and relevant as goals evolve.

Online therapy with him is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to maximize accessibility and scheduling flexibility. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods or life transitions, and allow clients to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for discussing progress and practicing new skills.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, grief, trauma and abuse, bipolar symptoms, parenting and career concerns, self-esteem, family dynamics, LGBT matters, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
What is his general therapeutic style?
His style is compassionate and client-centered, creating a non-judgmental space where clients collaborate on goals and learn practical coping skills alongside emotional exploration.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 11 years of experience working with people through complex emotional and behavioral challenges.
What credentials and location information are on file?
He holds LCPC and LCMHC credentials with licensure details noted as ME LCPC CC5497 and NC LCMHC 10581, and he practices from California.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only and he is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats can sessions take place?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Licensed

North Carolina, Maine, California

Languages

English

What Chris can help with

Chris (Christopher) McKillop works with clients on stress and anxiety, anger management, and depression.

Chris works with depression, anxiety, stress, and anger management strategies.

How Chris approaches therapy

Chris's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Chris is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor practicing in California, with 11 years of clinical experience.

Therapy style

Chris aims to empower clients to build resilience, gain emotional insight, and create positive change in their lives.