Online in California
(Online Only)
There is a reason why we encounter particular challenges in life. Our experiences feed and deplete our soul, then inform how we respond to ourselves and others. Those events get seared into our brain and set the stage for what we do next. All of our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected, feeding into one another.
I often work with creative and ambitious people living with sadness or anxiety. Thinking big and taking on complex projects is the life blood and identity for many creative people. While others might look on from the outside and comment on how exciting it looks, these endeavors often lend themselves to problems like imposter syndrome, fear of failure, and existential questions.
But you are not your productivity. Through my collaborative approach, we will use therapy to explore your ideas, thoughts, and emotions. Let’s work together to find the you that you want to be, and figure out how to lead a purposeful and fulfilled life in this world.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Behavioral
- Biopsychosocial
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Existential/Humanistic
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Approach Description: I'm not a one-size-fits-all kind of person. In the beginning sessions, I first try to understand each individual and what they hope to get out of therapy. After we set some treatment goals, I talk through options with each client to collaboratively strategize. I am fully trained in EMDR. I find this therapy to be highly effective in treating issues related to trauma. I am also certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy.
Education & Credentials
Christopher Schamber LCSW
- Male
- License # LCSW 99588
- Licensed in California
- Practicing Since 2016
Education: I completed my bachelor's of psychology at University of California, Los Angeles in 2011. After several years working in research and applied behavioral analysis, I completed my master's of social work with a focus on community mental health at California State University, Fullerton in 2018.
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $185
- Accepts Insurance
- I accept Optum, United Healthcare, and Aetna.
Christopher Schamber Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of California
- Online Therapy Details: I use a HIPAA-compliant video platform. It's very straightforward to use.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and a psychotherapist. I have worked in a variety of settings, including schools, a DUI court, and community mental health centers. This diversity of experience has given me the privilege of working with people facing many different kinds of emotional and social challenges. I use culturally sensitive and evidence-based treatments. I am certified in cognitive behavioral therapy and interpersonal therapy, with years of experience in other modalities. My practice is also informed by my love of art and stories. I see each person as the protagonist of their story. Together, we will take deep dives to better understand the nuance of your journey-- both where you've been and where you're going.