Giles Christman, LMFT

Giles Christman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with more than 12 years of experience helping children, teens, adults, families, and couples navigate complex emotional and relational challenges. He works with people coping with PTSD, depression, anxiety, anger, stress, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, ADHD, family conflict, school-related difficulties, blended family adjustments, conduct disorders, and related issues. Giles combines formal clinical training with practical, strengths-oriented care to support clients in regaining balance and improving relationships.

Giles completed his bachelor’s degree at Brigham Young University and earned a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Virginia Tech. He offers trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TFCBT) alongside strengths-based approaches, helping clients build on existing resources while addressing the impact of traumatic experiences. He has experience partnering with schools and juvenile justice systems to support families in crisis and to work with at-risk youth experiencing problematic behaviors.

Bilingual in Spanish and English, Giles emphasizes culturally competent services that foster trust and deepen understanding of each person’s background and potential. As an LMFT - a credential that indicates specialized training in working with couples and families - he focuses on helping clients identify and use their inherent abilities to move toward healthier patterns, clearer communication, and greater emotional resilience.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Support

Giles uses trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and strengths-based approaches to guide his online work. Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TFCBT) combines strategies to help people process traumatic experiences, reduce trauma-related symptoms, and develop coping skills - it is often used for clients dealing with PTSD, acute stress, and the long-term effects of traumatic events. Strengths-based therapy focuses on identifying and building the client’s existing resources and abilities, which can be especially helpful for relationship challenges, family conflict, grief, and building self-esteem.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Giles works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He and the client evaluate progress together and adjust techniques as needed to ensure the approach supports meaningful change.

Online therapy with Giles is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity when travel or caregiving demands arise, and access support from home. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to deliver focused, consistent care across a wide range of concerns.