Clinical Assessment Specialist
Dallas County, Clinical Assessment and Treatment Services
Welcome!
"All journeys begin with a single step."
That sounds easy doesn't it? The reality is that it's not! Often deciding to take the first step, can be the most difficult decision you will face. For some, the motivation to consider seeking help seems to have disappeared, while others seem to be find themselves faced with anxiety at every turn. Truthfully, there's nothing easy about choosing to see a counselor. Just the thought of asking for help causes many of us to cringe.
Have you been wearing the mask? The one that says,"I'm fine, it's just stress, I'm just tired." While somewhere inside you know that you're not fine, it's not going away, and you are worried that maybe you can't handle it alone. If this sounds familiar, then what you need to know is that you are not alone. By seeking help you are saying that you have the courage to overcome adversity and that you still believe there can be light at the end of the tunnel. I'm here to help you figure out what your next step is and get you back on the path you want to be on.
Therapy Focus Areas
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma / PTSD
- Grief
- Relationship Issues
- LGBTQIA+ Related Issues
- Abuse (Sexual / Physical / Domestic)
This does not serve as a comprehensive list of therapies offered. Contact me at chris@draffkornlpc.com to ask about specific therapies.
About Me
Having a strong desire to help others has always been a driving force in my life. With that goal in mind my first career was in law enforcement which allowed me not only to help others often at what were some of the worst points in their lives, but also challenged me to grow as an individual by continually evaluating my own attitudes towards class, race, and gender.
My path in life has allowed me to serve as an English teacher to Tibetan refugees in India, and volunteer with Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity in Kolkata. These experiences and more have opened my eyes to the amazing ability we all have to be of benefit to others even when things are at their worst.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I graduated from The University of Texas at Tyler with a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology. My concentration was in Neuropsychology.
Professional Experience
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Present
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2014
Therapist
Integrated Psychotheraputic Services
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2014 2013
Psychometrist
Martin Neurobehavioral Center
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2013
Intern
Terrell State Hospital
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2013
Intern
Andrews Center Behavioral Healthcare System
Professional Associations
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Present
American Counseling Association
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Present
Texas Counseling Association
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Present
International Honor Society in Psychology
PSI CHI
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Past
National Academy of Neuropsychology
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Past
American Psychological Association
Education & Training
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Trained
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Compassion Works
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M.S. 2013
Master of Science in Clinical Psychology
w/ Concentration in Neuropsychology
University of Texas at Tyler
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B.A. 2006
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
University of Texas at Tyler
Contact
My office is located at 3131 McKinney Ave Suite 600 Dallas, TX 75204.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or would like to set up an appointment.
Video Counseling Sessions
Online video sessions are available for individuals residing in Texas who otherwise would have difficulty with travel. This might include distance issues, disability, etc. I am committed to helping those in need, and therefor welcome technologies that enable client contact.