Christal-Joi Whitaker, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Christal-Joi Whitaker

Focus areas

Coping Mechanism Development

Parenting Counseling

Self Esteem Issues

Depression

Premarital Conflict Resolution

Sexual Abuse Counseling

Drug Addiction

Premarital Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Christian Counseling

Culturally Sensitive

Coaching

Eclectic

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Christal-Joi Whitaker

Hi there, I'm Christal-Joi! I am a marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience facilitating transformative life changes in adult and child clients of all cultures and beliefs. I hold a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. My goal is to help clients realize their authentic selves, walk in harmony with their true nature, and live stable, healthy lives filled with the love of rich and rewarding relationships. I am able to incorporate a biblical perspective in my clinical interventions with clients who seek a therapist sharing their love for Jesus Christ. My approach I utilize a holistic approach to therapy grounded in the principles and practices of Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, offering clients a safe, open space to explore the various parts of their lives lacking integration. I believe habitual patterns of thought and behavior result in chronic anxiety, depression, anger, insomnia, poor self-image, addictions, and other unhealthy impulses. My focus With over 20 years working in mental health, I have successfully supported improved functioning and quality of life for people experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, codependency, substance use addictions, and various life changes and challenges such as postpartum, grief, divorce/separation, and layoffs. My communication style I am open, direct, supportive, and honest. I cultivate a safe, containing space for clients to explore their emotional needs without judgment or coercion. My journey to mental healthcare My pathway to becoming a psychotherapist is tied to my faith. For me, this work is a calling, and I continue it out of a sincere desire to see people heal and live more abundant lives. My goals for you I use a solution-focused approach to goal setting, guiding clients through visualization using “a miracle question.”

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

Pepperdine University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1902937816

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Christal-Joi Whitaker works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

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