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Chance Olivas, LMHC

  • Experience3 years
  • LocationNew York
  • Focus areasStress and Anxiety, Relationship, and Self esteem
  • Therapy approachesInternal Family Systems and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Chance

Chance Olivas is a licensed mental health counselor who blends practical therapeutic skills with a person-centered, collaborative approach.

Background and approach

Drawing on Internal Family Systems alongside evidence-based methods such as CBT and DBT, he helps clients untangle stress, anxiety, and relationship struggles while building confidence and tools for coping with life changes. With three years of clinical experience, Chance approaches each person with respect and compassion, adapting conversations and interventions to fit individual needs and goals.

He has worked with adults, college-age students, and athletes to address concerns ranging from mood disorders and social anxiety to self-esteem, forgiveness, and feelings of isolation. Chance frames therapy as a tailored process, partnering with clients to explore patterns, improve communication, and pursue clearer life purpose and self-love.

He encourages taking that first step toward support and works to create practical, goal-oriented plans that align with each client’s circumstances.

Integrating evidence-based approaches into online care



Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an approach that helps people explore different parts of themselves and how those parts relate to one another; it can be useful for understanding inner conflict, shame, or recurring emotional patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which often helps with anxiety, mood concerns, and practical coping skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and the therapist works collaboratively with each client to determine what methods fit their goals, preferences, and current needs. This means initial sessions may involve exploring different techniques and adjusting the plan over time so interventions remain relevant and practical.

Online therapy with this clinician offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose formats that match their schedules and communication styles. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit therapy into a busy life, and access consistent support from a licensed professional regardless of location within New York.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does this therapist frequently address?
Chance commonly works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, self esteem concerns, coping with life changes, and coaching goals, as well as related matters such as communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation, and mood disorders.
How would you describe the therapeutic style and approach?
The practice combines Internal Family Systems with evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, narrative, and solution-focused methods to tailor sessions to each person's needs and preferences.
What is Chance's professional background?
He has three years of clinical experience working with adults, college-age students, and athletes to address a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns.
What are the credentials and where is the therapist located?
Chance Olivas holds the LMHC credential and is licensed in New York with license number NY LMHC 014856.
In which languages can sessions be conducted and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available for online work?
Appointments can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or via text-based messaging to fit different communication preferences.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Narrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English