Chanin Santini, LCSW
LCSW supporting intimacy, trauma, and growth
- Trauma and abuse
- Relationship and intimacy
- Stress and anxiety
About Chanin Santini
Chanin Santini is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California who specializes in guiding people through complex personal challenges. She offers compassionate, affirming care for individuals addressing intimacy, communication, and sexuality-related concerns, as well as those working through social anxiety, trauma recovery, and relationship transitions. Chanin helps clients explore self-love, rebuild trust after loss, and navigate shifting life roles with empathy and practical support.
Her practice honors each person’s unique journey by creating a respectful space for authentic exploration. She brings particular focus to workplace dynamics and gender-specific challenges, helping clients reconnect with purpose and improve emotional well-being. Chanin draws on trauma-informed, client-centered techniques to support deeper self-understanding and meaningful change.
With an emphasis on collaboration, she empowers people to develop coping skills and stronger communication patterns that align with their values and goals. Her approach balances acceptance with evidence-based strategies to address stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, and other concerns that affect daily life. Chanin Santini aims to walk alongside clients as they navigate some of life’s most intricate emotional landscapes, offering steady guidance and clinical expertise.
Her practice honors each person’s unique journey by creating a respectful space for authentic exploration. She brings particular focus to workplace dynamics and gender-specific challenges, helping clients reconnect with purpose and improve emotional well-being. Chanin draws on trauma-informed, client-centered techniques to support deeper self-understanding and meaningful change.
With an emphasis on collaboration, she empowers people to develop coping skills and stronger communication patterns that align with their values and goals. Her approach balances acceptance with evidence-based strategies to address stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, and other concerns that affect daily life. Chanin Santini aims to walk alongside clients as they navigate some of life’s most intricate emotional landscapes, offering steady guidance and clinical expertise.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Chanin Santini have?
Chanin Santini has 15 years of experience.
Is Chanin Santini a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are CA LCSW 131236 and PA LCSW CW019281.
In which languages does Chanin Santini provide therapy?
Chanin Santini provides therapy in English.
Where is Chanin Santini located?
Chanin Santini is located in California.
How can I work with Chanin Santini as my therapist?
You can work with Chanin Santini through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Chanin Santini work with international clients?
Chanin Santini does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Chanin Santini cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches for Online Therapeutic Work
Chanin Santini uses client-centered therapy to build a collaborative, respectful relationship where the client's experience guides the work. This approach focuses on empathy and validation, helping people feel understood as they explore identity, intimacy, and life transitions.
She also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical and skills-based, often helpful for stress, anxiety, mood concerns, and patterns that affect relationships and daily functioning.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques are used when emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness become priorities. DBT offers concrete tools for managing intense emotions, improving communication, and reducing impulsive behaviors.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Chanin works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She blends approaches as appropriate to support progress and personal growth.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity through life changes, and access support from a licensed professional in a way that suits individual circumstances.