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Christian Maciel, LMFT

Christian Maciel - Experienced LMFT for relationships
  • Trauma informed care
  • English and Spanish
  • 25 years experience

About Christian Maciel

Christian Maciel is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 25 years of clinical experience supporting people through complex emotional and relational challenges. He is licensed to practice in Indiana and California and holds the California designation CA LMFT 49068. Christian draws on a range of evidence-informed methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based approaches, Client-Centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help clients find practical strategies and deeper insight.

His work focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression, and extends to related concerns such as abandonment, attachment wounds, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication problems, and issues around commitment and separation. Christian emphasizes a compassionate, non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore patterns, process painful memories, and build healthier coping skills.

Fluent in English and Spanish, he integrates cultural awareness into treatment and tailors interventions to each person’s life context and goals. Christian partners with clients to strengthen emotional resilience, improve relationships, and support meaningful growth over time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Christian Maciel have?

Christian Maciel has 25 years of experience.

Is Christian Maciel a licensed therapist?

Yes. He is an LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and holds the California license CA LMFT 49068.

In which languages does Christian Maciel provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Christian Maciel located?

He is located in California.

How can I work with Christian Maciel as my therapist?

You can work with Christian Maciel through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Christian Maciel work with international clients?

Christian Maciel does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Christian Maciel 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.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Work

Christian Maciel commonly draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy to guide online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, learn to accept difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and take steps toward a meaningful life - it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and chronic emotional patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship experiences shape current bonds and patterns, helping individuals and couples understand and change dynamics tied to abandonment, trust, and connection.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy, and Christian collaborates with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques as understanding grows so the work remains practical and aligned with what the client hopes to achieve.

Online sessions via video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people balancing work, caregiving, or health concerns. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, schedule meetings from home, and access therapy without travel, while still receiving structured, evidence-informed support from a licensed professional.

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