Christopher Avila, LCSW-S
(they/them)
Preferred Name: Chris
About Me
Chris works to promote social justice by utilizing an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and intersectional approach within their therapeutic work. In an effort to promote transparency and share how they navigate the world, Chris is a Latinx/e biracial, queer, nonbinary/agender, neurodivergent, fat/larger-bodied person. Chris is also in an interracial marriage with their Black husband, and they have one dog together. Chris continues to further their learning and understanding within therapy by centering disabled, queer, transgender, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) in the research they read and the educational materials they engage. Chris provides services to adults and adolescents struggling with trauma, dissociation, mood disorders, neurodivergence, chronic health issues, disability, sexual issues, gender identity, LGBTQ+ issues, racial identity, and grief. Chris also provides family and relationship counseling, including those in non-monogamous relationships.
Education & Experience
Masters of Science in Social Work from University of Texas at Arlington, 2012 DBT, EFT, EFFT, Gottman, and IFS trained
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
American Board of Clinical Social Workers Credential: Board Certified Diplomate of Clinical Social Work (BCD) National Association of Social Workers Credential: Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW) Volunteer: SOGIE Equity and REAL Committees with NASW Texas chapter
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Autism Spectrum
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders
- Family Issues
- Gender Identity
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Stress Management
- Survivor's Guilt
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- BIPOC
- Couples
- Immigrants
- LGBTQ+
- Seniors
- Underserved
Language
- English
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna
- UnitedHealth
Baylor Scott & White