CHRIS BATEMAN
LICENSED MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPIST
CHRIS "BUCKY" BATEMAN
LMFT #106150
I pursued counseling after being a family pastor for many years. Looking for tools to to help people, I returned to school and earned my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2005.
Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to work with a broad range of issues. Early on, I was immersed in challenging family work providing therapy to families looking to reunify after abuse. I provided in-home therapy with families of incarcerated teens and have years of experience helping college students manage life transitions, anxiety and depression.
In my private practice, I have focused on working with couples in distress and those wanting deeper connection with their partner. I do individual work as well and really love helping entire families.
I am often sought out by those looking to integrate their faith into their counseling. I work hard at professional growth and honing my skills as a therapist and love what I get to do. It is an honor to step into the lives of my clients at pivotal times in their journey.
CERTIFICATIONS
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BA in Applied Communications from Point Loma Nazarene University in 1993
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Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary in 2005
QUALIFICATIONS
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A member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
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Extensive training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy