Chanin is the best :)
Chanin Santini, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Chanin is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 4.7 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Chanin. View 6 reviews
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California and Pennsylvania
Recent reviews
Chanin brings great energy and attention to each session. The ease of conversation makes it easy to be truthful and dive deep.
More about Chanin
- 15 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I'm a licensed therapist practicing in California and Pennsylvania with extensive experience supporting clients through a wide range of life challenges. My work centers on helping individuals navigate stress, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and intimacy concerns with compassion and skill.
I specialize in supporting clients with trauma, eating disorders, life transitions, and self-discovery. I'm particularly passionate about helping people work through communication patterns, isolation, shame, and attachment issues. I also have deep experience supporting LGBTQ+ clients, and I welcome conversations around sexuality, polyamory, and alternative relationship structures.
My approach honors the complexity of human experience—including workplace stress, family dynamics, grief, mood challenges, and identity questions. I work with clients facing postpartum transitions, gender dysphoria, sexual health concerns, and the unique pressures faced by first responders, military personnel, and caregivers.
I believe therapy works best when it's collaborative, culturally responsive, and grounded in genuine connection. My goal is to help you build self-compassion, improve how you relate to others, and move toward greater authenticity and purpose in your life. I'm here to support you with warmth and without judgment, whatever brings you to therapy.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Coping with life changes
Addictions
LGBT Issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Anger management
Self-esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Attachment issues
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Insurance Accepted
- Anthem Blue Cross California
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Chanin Santini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326392945.
- LCSW · California · 131236 · Renews June 2027
- LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW019281 · Renews February 2027
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.
Reviews for Chanin Santini
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Chanin is the best :)
Chanin brings great energy and attention to each session. The ease of conversation makes it easy to be truthful and dive deep.
My first session with Chanin was a great experience. Chanin gave me resources that I'm really hoping will help with I'm going through. I really look foward to what's in store and I'm fully committed to this process.
She is awesome. Thoughtful, easy to talk to and has great input and just keeps it real, caring but challenges you.
Chanin is so kind! She is a great therapist and is really good at listening to my needs, providing support, and challenging my thoughts. She wants me to continue to grow and loves setting goals, which is a great way to track my progress.
Chanin just gets me. She understands my 3 areas that I’d like to work on and has already provided valuable insight. She’s very relatable. Highly recommended
Frequently asked questions
Does Chanin Santini offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Chanin Santini 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 Chanin Santini speak?
Chanin Santini speaks English.
How many years of experience does Chanin Santini have?
Chanin Santini has 15 years of experience.
Where is Chanin Santini licensed to practice?
Chanin Santini is licensed to practice in California and Pennsylvania.
Does Chanin Santini accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Chanin Santini 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 Chanin Santini accept insurance?
Yes, Chanin Santini accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Chanin Santini accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Chanin Santini 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."
What treatment approaches does Chanin Santini offer?
Chanin Santini offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Chanin Santini?
Chanin Santini 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.
How do I get started with Chanin Santini?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
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