Meet Chris Packham, licensed counselor and social worker

I am a native of the Bay Area with over 17 years of experience working in the addiction field as a counselor, social worker, supervisor, and clinical director. I have worked with individuals to help gain their confidence and personal power to solve their dilemmas. Among other strategies,  techniques are proven throughout cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectic behavior therapy (DBT).  Overcome self-defeating behavior and re-establish your sense of purpose. Offer individual, couple, and family counseling sessions in various formats, including in-person visits or virtual appointments (Zoom). With years of acquiring knowledge to help motivate and navigate through treacherous waters,. in addition, equipped to conduct full evaluations for court-involved cases.

Chris Packham is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LAADC), Master Registered Addiction Specialist (M-RAS), Certified Co-occurring Disorder Specialist (CCDS), and Master Chemical Dependency Counselor (MCA). Master-level substance use disorder counselor (CADTP-IV). He provides clinical supervision, consultation, education, case management services, and evidence-based counseling and theories to clients with mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship issues, addictions, and co-occurring disorders. While providing comprehensive strategies that display active listening, empathetic communication, and clear and concise goals. 

There are many ways to self-medicate through unhealthy behaviors that lead to feelings of powerlessness, shame, guilt, and embarrassment. Unhealthy connections may develop because of inadequate expression of emotions and thoughts. It is essential to seek professional assistance to tackle the underlying issues and escape this cycle, promote healthier relationships, and repair your self-esteem, trust, and accountability. Learning to stay in solution and gain a clear vision of oneself.

During our sessions, we will focus on key elements and coping mechanisms, such as strengthening your relationship, overcoming automatic negative thoughts, perfectionism, procrastination, jumping to conclusions, mind-reading behaviors, and addressing self-sabotaging behaviors. The next step is to book your free 15-minute call with Mr. Packham.