- Stress and anxiety
- Communication help
- Life transitions
About Chris
Chris Kohlmann is a licensed professional counselor in Ohio who focuses on common struggles like stress, anxiety, depression, and issues with self-esteem. He also helps people coping with life changes and supports men facing isolation, communication barriers, or questions about life purpose.
He uses a direct and collaborative style in sessions. Conversations aim to identify practical steps clients can try between meetings. Chris listens for patterns that keep problems stuck and helps people experiment with new habits and responses.
With 25 years of experience, Chris brings long-term perspective to mood disorders, divorce and separation, and recovery from abandonment wounds. That background informs how he helps people rebuild routines, manage overwhelming feelings, and set realistic goals.
Sessions combine problem-focused work with attention to how daily life feels. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to shift unhelpful cycles. Clients can expect clear, manageable tools rather than abstract theory.
Many people come to him wanting better communication, steadier mood, or a clearer sense of purpose. Chris aims to help clients build resilience and practical skills so they can move forward with more confidence.
How Chris Uses CBT Online
Chris commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. CBT helps people spot unhelpful thinking, test new behaviors, and build steady routines that reduce anxiety and low mood.He focuses on concrete skills that can be practiced between sessions, such as behavior experiments, thought records, and simple problem-solving steps. These tools suit concerns like stress, worry, communication problems, and mood regulation.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then adjust techniques so they fit day-to-day life. The plan can change as progress is made or priorities shift.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find it helps maintain consistency when life is hectic, while still focusing on skill-building and practical change.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship trouble, and low self-esteem. He also focuses on men’s issues, mood disorders, and coping with life changes.
What is his basic therapy style?
He takes a compassionate, collaborative approach that focuses on practical steps. Sessions aim to identify patterns and teach skills people can use between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of clinical experience helping people navigate mood concerns, divorce recovery, and long-term life transitions.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - practicing in Ohio.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.