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Hello, my name is Chris

I work with individuals, couples, and relationship partners focusing on neurodiversity, ADHD, ASD, managing anxiety, burn out, and life transitions. â€‹â€‹

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More personally, I enjoy getting outside, hiking, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and reading (non-fiction, fantasy, manga, and sci-fi — I am a bit of a nerd). I can, and will, talk non stop about collecting fountain pens, magic the gathering cards, retro game consoles, and vinyl records.​

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My therapeutic style embraces the absurd wonders of life and its indeterminacy. Humor and awkwardness are natural parts of my style. I value being direct and collaborative ~ that often means welcoming awkwardness, laughter, and the unexpected into our sessions. My clinical experience spans behavioral, forensic, and community health settings prior to establishing my private practice.​​

 

My practice is also heavily influenced by my upbringing as a first-gen college student and my experiences in a large Puerto Rican family.​​

Education & Training

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor

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B.S. - Elementary Education

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M. Phil. Ed - Professional Counseling

M. S. - Counseling and Mental Health Services

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ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CSSP) 

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 Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 and 2 training

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Emotion Focused Therapy

© 2026 by Mateo Counseling Services, PLLC

WA License #LH.70073491

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