What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“She is my 10 year old daughter’s therapist. She’s been patient, kind & understanding. She’s built her trust & my daughter enjoys her sessions & is making improvements.”
More than 1 year ago
About Christy Israel
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Anxiety
Childhood Trauma
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Behavioral Problems
Dual Diagnosis
Anger Management
Bipolar Disorder
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Couples
Young adults (18-24)
Treatment approaches
Adlerian
Compassion Focused
Coaching
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Christy Israel
Hello! My name is Christy Israel, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor. I am a person-centered therapist. I believe, as psychologist Carl Rogers stated, "that each individual has within him or herself vast resources for self-understanding, for altering his or her self-concept, attitudes, and self-directed behavior." I take great joy in partnering with my clients, eliciting their strengths so they can heal, grow, achieve their goals, and live the life of their dreams.
My approach
I really love to match people with the most appropriate form of therapy for them. The most common theoretical approaches I use in my work are solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, emotional experiencing, motivational interviewing, and dialectical behavior therapy. I am always learning new methods and approaches to add to my therapeutic skills.
My focus
I have worked with a wide variety of clients including children, adolescents, individual adult clients, couples, and families. I also have experience in, and am comfortable treating, a broad spectrum of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, bipolar disorders, and other psychiatric disorders.
My communication style
I like to create a safe, warm, and inviting therapeutic environment. I try to stay true to the concept of unconditional positive regard for each of my clients. I can be fun, playful, and lighthearted at times, using humor when appropriate. I am also extremely compassionate, empathetic, and sensitive to my clients’ pain, struggles, and trauma experienced. It is my desire that my clients feel seen, heard, and at ease during sessions.
My journey to therapy
I have a great passion for healing work. I feel I have a deep understanding of the vulnerability required when engaging in therapy. I admire those who initiate the process and consider it an absolute honor to share in that therapeutic space with them.
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Education and background
Practice names
NPI number
1508494394
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She is my 10 year old daughter’s therapist. She’s been patient, kind & understanding. She’s built her trust & my daughter enjoys her sessions & is making improvements.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
She allows me to take ownership of my decisions.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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Is Christy Israel accepting new patients?
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What practice does Christy Israel work with?
Christy Israel works with Rula Health - Central CA.
What are common reasons for patients to see Christy Israel?
Christy Israel frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Christy Israel on their profile.
What languages does Christy Israel speak?
Christy Israel speaks English.