Cris is a Registered Psychotherapist with 20 years of counselling experience. He has a Master of Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University, is licensed under the CRPO, and has extensive experience in Toronto hospitals working with individuals facing concurrent challenges with addiction and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Cris’ approach is client centred and collaborative, with a strong belief in the power of skills building and self-understanding to move through challenges.

In his work with trauma and substance use Cris utilizes his training in cognitive processing therapy (CPT), compassion focused therapy (CFT), and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for substance use. He also incorporates elements of dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) and mindful self compassion (MSC) to address difficulties that are prominent with PTSD, such as self-esteem, emotion regulation, and interpersonal relationships.