Christopher McInnis, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Christopher is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maine
More about Christopher
- 21 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
Hello and thanks for stopping to read my profile. My name is Cris McInnis, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I attended the University of Maine and have a Bachelors Degree in Child Development and Family Relations. I also have a Masters Degree in Social Work. I have worked in the social services field for over 20 years. This has included 6 years of hospice social work and many years of outpatient therapy. It was through this journey along with my own life experiences that led me to specializing in grief support.
As a parent, I have lived through the very unfortunate experience of losing a daughter. As an uncle, I was in a position to offer support to my twin brother and his family after the unexpected death of their son. It was these experiences that helped me discover that I had the mindset to help others through their experiences.
I utilize a caring non-judgmental approach in my practice. Grief does not follow stages. It can be unpredictable and overwhelming. Making sense of your experience is something I can assist you with. I would encourage you to not compare your journey to that of anyone else. It has to be your own. If you are not sure if you can handle therapy and discussing your grief, I'd encourage you to give this a try and let's see what we can do together. I look forward to meeting with you.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Licenses
Christopher McInnis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730273897.
- LCSW · Maine · LC11536 · Renews June 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Christopher McInnis offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Christopher McInnis works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Christopher McInnis speak?
Christopher McInnis speaks English.
How many years of experience does Christopher McInnis have?
Christopher McInnis has 21 years of experience.
Where is Christopher McInnis licensed to practice?
Christopher McInnis is licensed to practice in Maine.
Does Christopher McInnis accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Christopher McInnis accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Christopher McInnis accept insurance?
Yes, Christopher McInnis accepts Cigna, GEHA, Optum, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Christopher McInnis accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Christopher McInnis does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Christopher McInnis?
Christopher McInnis can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
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