Namaste Counseling Services
About
Namaste Counseling Services was established in 2012 in Stockton, California. I am the owner and sole Licensed Marriage Family Therapist practicing here. I’ve been in the Mental Health field since 1985, however practicing on a Masters level since 2001. I utilize a Solution-Focused Therapy approach, along with other modalities to help a person develop positive coping tools. I can be found on Psychologytoday.com under Christine Sumner. I’m trained in EMDR and as well CBT. I have a Doctorate education however I am still in process of completing my Dissertation. I have worked successfully with Couples, Individuals, Children, Families and Groups. I work with all Cultures inclusive of LGBTQA.
I love my profession and love helping clients learn how to heal and change their view on what might be difficult in their life. If you feel as if you’re drowning and you are having difficulty in your life, let me give you a hand and a new view that is Solution-Focused.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I talk with the client on the phone briefly and make an appointment for intake. I do not do any free consultations.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology. I also have Doctorate education in Counseling Psychology with Dissertation still in process.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
I charge $100.00 cash per hour and I also take Health Plan of San Joaquin Medi-Cal.
How did you get started in this business?
I got started in this business as it is a natural path. I found I could help more clients through Private Practice rather than working for a managed care practice.
What types of customers have you worked with?
I have and I work with Couples, Individuals, Children, Families and Groups. I have worked with many different Cultures inclusive of LGBTQA.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Recently I had a Client compete Therapy services after about 2 years. When I first started seeing this client the client was adamant about not wanting to take medication and wanted to only do Therapy. So in terminating with this client, I asked the client what was the most important thing they had learned? The client informed me that they had learned that even if they feel depressed they understand they have a ladder to climb out of their depression. That the depression is a temporary feeling, it will pass and they have the tools to change their thinking to move into the solution.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
I think the clients need to understand a Therapist can guide you however unless you do the work your situation will not change. Therefore be open and prepared to feel uncomfortable at first.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
The questions depend on what the clients are seeking Therapy for, its difficult to specify something in particular.