Clarissa Chinchilla

Accepting Clients

Welcoming new clients for virtual sessions Monday through Thursday, 9am-3pm. I'd love to connect and find a time that fits your schedule!

Marriage and Family Therapist Associate in California
Supervised by Deborah McColl

Services
  • Individual
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

Does life feel overwhelming because you’re managing anxiety, depression, or the constant pressure to keep everything together? Whether you’re navigating emotions, adjusting to new responsibilities, or someone who identifies as neurodiverse and wants to better understand your own rhythms, therapy can offer a place to pause, reflect, and grow.

My Background and Approach

Together, we’ll explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck, learn ways to communicate and cope more effectively, and create space for authentic self-understanding and healing. Our work will focus on building insight, resilience, and tools to navigate relationships and everyday challenges with confidence.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

My work is guided by you, your goals, pace, and strengths. I provide a culturally responsive, neurodiversity-affirming, and LGBTQ+ inclusive space where all identities are respected. Whether we explore trauma, improve communication, or uncover coping tools, my hope is for you to feel more empowered and connected.

Techniques I Use

Other Techniques
  • Art Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • EcoTherapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Play Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Music Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Other Issues
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Child Issues
  • Depression
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Learning Disorders
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Identity
  • Self-Esteem
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Scripps
  • Sharp
  • Anthem
  • Magellan Behavioral Health
  • Optum
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • HMC Healthworks
  • Cigna/Evernorth
  • Concern EAP
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 3 years of practice
  • Rate: $150 - 230/session

Reach out to Clarissa