Chris Tickner, Therapist in Pasadena, California — Zencare
Chris Tickner
Chris Tickner
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Chris Tickner

Chris Tickner

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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT PhD
California Accepting Online
Pasadena, Sacramento Accepting In-person
Updated June 19, 2021

Specialties & Expertise

  • Couples counseling
  • Somatic Psychology
  • Anxiety
  • Divorce & separation
  • Trauma
  • Premarital counseling
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Professional statement

Chris Tickner works in-person in both Pasadena, CA and Sacramento, CA, and also online with folks all over California. He sees individuals, couples and groups, primarily adults, who might be struggling with a wide range of issues, from anxiety to trauma, from depression to low self-esteem, from premarital counseling to surviving an affair.

Most of the issues people struggle with in life stem from our childhood. Any early experience, whether good or bad, will have a huge impact on how we experience life later on. Because our brains develop from the bottom up, and the right to the left, we cannot simply rely on talk therapy to overcome any adverse experience from our childhoods. This is why the fields of psychology and neuroscience have proven the necessity to utilize body-based (somatic) and present-moment (mindfulness) approaches.

Chris has over 25 years of experience, a PhD in Somatic Psychology, and advanced training in various approaches to healing anxiety, trauma and relational issues. He specializes in trauma therapy, couples counseling, and anxiety therapy.

Message to clients

We all struggle. We're human and living in uncertain times. There should be no shame in reaching out for help. Our mental health is just as important as our physical health. Recently, we've made enormous discoveries about the brain and human psychology. We have uncovered new, powerful, and effective ways to overcome anxiety and depression, build resilience, improve our lives and relationships, and help us feel more connected and alive. I want to help you experience all of that.

Finding a therapist is a daunting task. No doubt you are already seeing that there are many options. So how do you pick? Keep in mind that the one factor that through research is most associated with successful therapy is the quality of the relationship you have with your therapist. It's more important than the their approach, training, or credentials. The relationship is the key. You want to find someone you like, someone you would have as a friend, someone who helps you feel safe and at ease. The only way to do that is to take a few potential therapists for a test ride, yes, just like buying a car!

Good luck in your search, and if there is anything I can to help out, just let me know.

Specialties

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Somatic Psychology - An approach to therapy that incorporates the body and mind. It relies on cutting edge neuroscience as well as practices and disciplines that are thousands of years old.

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Divorce & separation - Questioning or feeling unsatisfied in your relationship; contemplation and navigation of separation; addressing issues of power, voice, and communication challenges

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Premarital counseling - Providing a safe and neutral environment for couples to explore expectations and prepare for the rewards and challenges of marriage

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

Chris Tickner is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $250 (50min)
  • Sliding scale: $150 - $250
  • Initial session: $250 (50min)
  • Couples sessions: $500 (120min)
  • Group sessions: $60 (90min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Venmo
  • Zelle
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Every other week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

Please don't let the published session fees you see here deter you. If you feel we might be a good match, reach out, and let's see what we can do.

Location(s)

Online Sessions (California)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Closed
  • Tue Noon-8pm
  • Wed Noon-8pm
  • Thu Closed
  • Fri 10am-5pm
  • Sat 10am-5pm
  • Sun Closed
Pasadena practice
491 South Marengo Avenue, Pasadena, California 91101
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Closed
  • Tue Noon-8pm
  • Wed Noon-8pm
  • Thu Closed
  • Fri 10am-5pm
  • Sat 10am-5pm
  • Sun Closed
Sacramento practice
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Closed
  • Tue Closed
  • Wed Closed
  • Thu Closed
  • Fri 10am-5pm
  • Sat 10am-5pm
  • Sun 10am-5pm

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 21 years

Dr. Chris Tickner, MFT, Owner, 2005 - Present

PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy), Level One Certified, 2021
Hakomi Institute, Professional Skills Level One, 2019
Relational Somatic Psychotherapy Institute, Certified RSP Therapist, 2017
Santa Barbara Graduate Institute, PhD Somatic Psychology, 2015
Naropa University, MA Somatic Psychology, 2001

Licensure

California: 42576

Languages

English