Christopher Simms, LCSW
Practical, respectful therapy for everyday struggles
Explore online therapy options- Years in practice
- 20
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- LGBT
About Christopher
Christopher Simms is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience. He practices in Texas and focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, and LGBT-related concerns. He also supports people facing depression, relationship strain, grief, parenting questions, and career stress.
Christopher keeps sessions straightforward and respectful. He listens first, then tailors conversation and practical steps to each person's situation. He uses common-sense tools and clear goals rather than jargon or one-size-fits-all plans.
Background and approach
His background includes two decades of direct clinical work with adults across a wide range of concerns. That experience informs how he helps people manage mood swings, cope with trauma and abuse, and address problems like substance use or compulsive behaviors. He also helps with intimacy-related issues, body image, and eating concerns.
Sessions often focus on building daily skills. Christopher teaches ways to manage strong emotions, reduce avoidance, and set boundaries. He works with clients on communication, codependency patterns, and practical strategies for parenting stress and caregiver strain.
People who do best with him want clear direction and collaborative planning. He offers a calm, nonjudgmental presence and helps clients move toward the changes they choose. To begin, a short matching process and scheduling step connects you to his services.
What Christopher works with
Everything Christopher lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Christopher helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Attachment issues
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- HIV / AIDS
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Christopher lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on values and small, committed actions to move toward a more meaningful life, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches concrete strategies to shift unhelpful habits. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, listening-based stance where the therapist follows the client's lead and helps them find their own solutions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Christopher will work together with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. That collaborative process can combine skills training, values-based work, and supportive listening based on what feels most useful.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls let people see facial cues and practice skills in real time. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a work break or a busy day. Live chat and messaging make brief check-ins and ongoing coaching more convenient. These options give flexibility so therapy can fit into everyday life.
Questions people ask about Christopher
What concerns does Christopher address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, and many related concerns such as body image, eating problems, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are collaborative and straightforward. He listens, offers practical skills, and tailors plans to each person's needs without using heavy jargon.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 20 years of professional experience working in clinical settings, which shapes his approach to mood management, trauma, and addiction-related work.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, credentialed as LCSW, and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Christopher offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging formats to fit different schedules and needs.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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