Christopher Krause
M.A.
Supervised Therapist | Clinical Psychology Doctoral Student
- Accepting New Clients
- Virtual & In-Person
- Availability Starting Fall 2026
Works With
- Adults (18+)
- Teens (15+)
Rates
- Cost Per Individual Session: $150
Areas Of Focus
- OCD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Coping With Health Conditions
- Life Transitions/Adjustment Issues
- Substance Use
- Stress Management
- Emotional & Behavioral Concerns
I am a doctoral clinician in Clinical Psychology at the University of Houston, where I am specializing in Clinical Neuropsychology. I work with adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), chronic health concerns, substance use concerns, and major life transitions.
I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy and believe that meaningful change begins with understanding how our thoughts, behaviors, emotions, and physical health interact. My goal is to help clients better understand these patterns while developing practical skills that can be applied in everyday life.
I have a particular interest in helping individuals overcome OCD and anxiety-related concerns through Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard treatment for OCD. I also work with individuals coping with chronic health conditions, life adjustments, and challenges that impact emotional well-being.
I work with teens and adults who are:
- Living with chronic health conditions
- Experiencing anxiety or depression
- Struggling with OCD
- Navigating life transitions
- Experiencing substance use concerns
I believe therapy should be both supportive and practical. My goal is to help clients better understand the relationship between their thoughts, behaviors, emotions, and physical health while developing skills they can use in their everyday lives.
My approach is individualized to each client’s unique goals, values, and strengths. Together, we identify patterns that may be keeping them stuck and develop practical strategies to help them move toward the life they want to live.
If you’re curious about therapy, I offer a free, 15-minute consultation to ensure we are a good fit. I look forward to supporting you throughout your journey.
Therapy Modalities
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Training & Experience
- Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology Specialization), University of Houston
- Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, University of Houston
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience Specialization, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Behavioral Health Extern, University of Houston Health Family Care Center
- Behavioral Health Extern, Southern Smoke Foundation
- Behavioral Health Extern, Federal Bureau of Prisons – Federal Detention Center Houston
- Neuropsychology Extern, MD Anderson Cancer Center Department of Neuro-Oncology
- Neuropsychology Extern, Houston Methodist Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Neuropsychology Assessment Experience, Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
Selected Works
- Krause, C.A., Escamilla, K.J., Hyland, M.T., Gonzalez, A.S., Woods, S.P., Cirino, P.T., Williams, M.W., & Medina, L.D. (2025). An Initial Review of Doctoral Clinical Neuropsychology Coursework Syllabi: Common Trends and Core Competencies. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology.
- Wisinger, A.M., Gotra, M.Y., Van Patten, R., DesRuisseaux, L.A., Schodt, K., Goodwin, G.J., Hewitt, K.C., Krause, C.A., Tibbs, J.J., Lovato, H.M., & Schmitt, T.R. (2025). Promoting Introductory Knowledge of Neuropsychology to Underrepresented Minority Students: Findings from Two Years of New2Neuropsychology Networking Events. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology.
- Presentation: Carotenoids, Inflammation, and Neurocognitive Performance in Hispanic/Latin American Adults in the United States. International Neuropsychological Society Annual Conference
- Presentation: The Relationship Between Diet and Cognition in Hispanic/Latin American Adults: A Systematic Review. International Neuropsychological Society Annual Conference
- Presentation: Advancing Health Equity Through Storytelling: A Community-Engaged Approach to Culturally Responsive Alzheimer’s Resource Development. Alzheimer’s Association International Conference
Life Outside Of Work
Originally from Chicago, Christopher moved to Houston to pursue his doctorate at the
University of Houston. In his free time, he enjoys exploring local coffee shops, tending
to his house plants, and running at Houston’s many parks and trails.
More About Christopher:
Christopher is currently completing his doctoral training in Clinical Psychology at the University of Houston with a specialization in Clinical Neuropsychology. Christopher has extensive experience providing behavioral health services in medical, community, and correctional settings. He has worked with individuals coping with chronic illness, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, and major life stressors. These experiences have strengthened his interest in helping clients develop practical skills that improve both emotional and physical well-being.
Christopher serves as the lead clinician for The Coping Resource Center’s Freedom from OCD Program. Through this structured program, he utilizes Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard treatment for OCD, to help individuals reduce compulsions, face feared situations, and reclaim time and energy from OCD. He is passionate about helping clients break free from the cycle of obsessive thoughts and
compulsive behaviors so they can spend less time managing fear and more time living according to their values.
