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Chris Avila

Clinical Social Worker/Therapist - LCSW - LCSW

I am a Dallas native and am a queer neurodivergent non-binary Mexican-American biracial person in a bigger/fat body. I am also connected to queer kink BIPOC communities. I list my positionality so you know who you may be working with since our experiences inform greatly how our relationship will develop and our ability to relate to one another. Currently, I work with adults and adolescents both individually in relationships. I work with people on topics related to LGBTQIA2S+ identity, racial identity, romantic & sexual relationships, sexuality concerns, trauma, PTSD, CPTSD, and systems of oppression.
My approach is centered on your comfort and guidance as well as how our relationship develops. While I have gone to school and trainings to gain clinical expertise, you are still the expert on your own life. I will make suggestions for processing and learning skills, and I will also provide a space for you to explore your own life and seek healing.
Everyone has worth in and of themselves which means everyone also deserves healing. If you connect with my profile and feel ready to start this process, please feel free to reach out and ask questions. I’ll contact you back as soon as I am able. Please email if possible.



Skills and Expertise
Abuse / Survivors of Abuse
Adjusting to Change / Life Transitions
Alcohol Use
Blended Family Issues
body dysmorphia
Body Image
Breakups
Caregiver Issues or Stress
Chronic Illness or Disability
Chronic Pain
codependency
Commitment Issues
Divorce and Divorce Adjustment
Drug Use
Dual Diagnosis
Emotional Disturbance
Health Illness and Medical Issues
Identity Issues
LGBTQ
Loss or Grief
Mood Disorders
Multicultural Concerns
Navigating Identity in Relationships
Polyamory and Nonmonogamous Relationships
Relationship Issues
Sex Therapy
Sexual Addiction
Substance Use
Transgender Issues
Trauma and PTSD

Treatment Orientation
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Eclectic
EMDR
Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy
Feminist
Interpersonal
Mindfulness
Narrative
Trauma Focused Therapy
DBT Informed Therapy
Coaching
Harm Reduction

Modality
Couples
Family
Individuals
Location
Realistic Expectations, PLLC
1202 E Arapaho Rd.
Ste. 129
Richardson, TX 75081
Availability

Schedule is Tuesday through Saturdays. Please email to get current availability.

Finances

Avg Cost (per session):
$125 - $175

Sliding Scale: Yes

Accepted Payment Methods:
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Check, Cash

Accepted Insurance Plans:
BlueCross and BlueShield, Multiplan, Cigna

License

Years in Practice: 9

Undergraduate:
University of Texas at Arlington - BSW

Postgraduate:
University of Texas at Arlington - MSSW

Client Focus

Languages:
English

Age:
Adults,
Elders (65+)

Ethnicity:
African-American,
Asian,
Latino,
Native American,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background,
Pacific Islander,
South Asian

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