My philosophy is that mental health is a necessary component of overall health and well-being. I take a holistic approach to therapy with the aim to provide support that encompasses the physical, social, emotional well-being of the client. Leading and encouraging with empathy and understanding, I listen and learn about the unique needs of the individual. After graduating with a masters in clinical counseling from Johns Hopkins University, I gained experience by accepting a diverse clientele including adults, couples, families, and adolescents. I have worked with clients impacted by anxiety, depression, trauma, domestic violence, and immigration issues, and I am prepared to offer counseling services to these people and populations.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Adoption and foster care, Blended family issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Jealousy, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
SC LPC 7920
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Challis Russell is a wonderful therapist. I highly recommend. She’s given me many ideas to let sink in, and she’s caring and empathetic. I will work with her again in the future. Give yourself the self-care love by working with Challis.
Written on Aug 29, 2022 after therapy with Challis for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
She is caring and compassionate. She has been helping me heal and grow
Written on May 21, 2022 after therapy with Challis for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Challis is arguably the best therapist I’ve worked with in my 20 years of therapy. She is sensitive but tough, kind but reasonable, makes you feel welcome but pulls no punches, and helps you believe in yourself. I am so grateful.
Written on Feb 08, 2022 after therapy with Challis for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and trauma and abuse
Challis is so good at what she does. She has helped me gradually explore the root of what I am feeling and why I am feeling that way. I am happy to go to therapy each week because I feel like I am heard.
Written on Jan 25, 2022 after therapy with Challis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and eating disorders