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Christopher Jainandan , LMHC
Florida
Florida LMHC - Anxiety and Mood Issues
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT skills
- Motivational interviewing
About Christopher
Christopher Jainandan is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL LMHC) with ten years of experience. He helps people who are stressed, anxious, dealing with addiction, or facing mood and relationship struggles. He also works with concerns such as trauma, grief, parenting strain, sleep and eating problems, and questions around identity and intimacy.
His approach is practical and task-focused. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and alter patterns that keep problems going. He also brings client-centered listening, dialectical behavior skills, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing into sessions when those tools fit the issue.
Christopher trained with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Rollins College and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. He became a licensed mental health counselor in Florida and has worked across mental health and substance use settings for a decade. He also holds national certification from the National Board for Certified Counselors.
In sessions he aims for clear goals and practical steps. Conversations focus on identifying small changes that reduce distress and improve daily functioning. He encourages honest talk about what’s working and what needs to change, and he adjusts plans as progress is tracked.
Sessions are oriented toward real-life problems like panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, codependency, first responder stress, and coping after disasters. The emphasis is on learning specific skills to manage symptoms and regain control of everyday routines.
How his approaches translate to online work
Christopher often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy online to help people identify thinking patterns and test small behavioral changes; CBT sessions focus on exercises, tracking, and homework that fit a client's routine. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy which emphasizes careful listening and reflective feedback so clients can clarify what matters most to them. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are offered as concrete techniques for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Christopher discusses goals and preferences with each person and together they choose which methods to prioritize. That collaborative decision shapes the session format, goals, and homework so the plan stays practical and realistic.
Confirm the exact online session options before booking, since formats were not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow brief check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Some formats also let people continue skill practice between meetings or use shorter sessions for focused problem-solving. If you are planning therapy around work, parenting, or travel, discuss scheduling and session length during the matching process so sessions fit your life.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma, grief, mood disorders, sleep and eating issues, ADHD, and related relationship and intimacy concerns.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
CBT is used to spot unhelpful thoughts and habits and to practice alternate responses. Sessions include skill practice and short exercises to apply between meetings.
What is his background and experience?
He has ten years of clinical experience in mental health and substance use settings and holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Which credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL LMHC) and practices from Florida.
Does he work with non-US or international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session formats before booking to know whether phone, video, or other options are offered for your situation.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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