Dr. Christopher Rea, PhD, LP

When I was younger I noticed that I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know other people. Friends and family would often tell me what was bothering them and ask for my advice. In college I was immediately drawn to undergraduate psychology courses. I couldn't get enough! I loved learning about people and how to help them. It then dawned on me that I could become a psychologist and work with people in a way that I loved and was both meaningful and impactful.

I would tell people who are hesitant to try therapy that I have seen people make incredible progress in therapy. It may seem scary at first, but I have found that people tend to be surprised at how natural it can feel to talk to an unbiased person who is there to help. Speaking with a person who is there to listen to what you have to say without judgment can be a powerful experience. The therapeutic alliance is very powerful and if the person considering therapy is motivated (albeit a little hesitant) great strides can be made toward achieving the clients goals. I would encourage anyone considering therapy to give it a try.

I am a very accepting and welcoming person. I believe that it is important to meet the client where they are at and to focus on what it important to the client in our time together. I will not make assumptions about you or the things you are experiencing. We will work together in a collaborative and respectful way.