Christian Cazares, MA

Headshot of Christian Cazares smiling warmly in front of a blurred background.

USRC Doctoral Intern

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Office Hours
Community Hours at the USRC
Mondays: 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Note: Community hours are Christian’s outreach hours, open to both undergraduate and graduate students. You’re welcome to meet with him anytime outside of those hours by scheduling via Health-e-Messaging.

How to Make an Appointment

You can make an appointment with Christian online via Health-e-Messaging. Step by step instructions are below.

  1. Navigate to Health-e-Messaging.
  2. Click “Schedule Appointment."
  3. Click “Mental Health Counseling."
  4. Click “I am interested in appointment not in crisis” (If you are in crisis, contact 530-752-0871 instead).
  5. Click “Counseling Assessment and Resource Visit."
  6. Click “ I would like to schedule an appointment with a counselor who has expertise in working with my community."
  7. Click “AB540/Undocumented.
  8. Confirm personal information and set preferences as you proceed to “Search for Appointments."

About Me

I am a Health Service Psychology Doctoral Intern and an immigrant originally from México. As an immigrant, I am passionate about understanding the unique challenges this population faces while navigating new systems and adjusting to unfamiliar environments. My doctoral dissertation reflects this interest, as I explore the lived experiences of Latine immigrants in psychotherapy.
 
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, staying active, listening to music, and exploring new food spots. I'm also a geek culture enthusiast—I love playing video games, trading card games, tabletop games, watching TV, films, and anime, and attending nerdy conventions in my free time.

Identities that Represent Me

  • Latino
  • Immigrant
  • Former First Generation Student

How I Support Students in Therapy

I strive to create a warm, authentic, and supportive space where students feel safe, heard, and empowered. My approach is grounded in building a strong therapeutic relationship and honoring each student’s unique identity and lived experience.

My approach includes:

  • A touch of humor and authenticity to keep the space real, relatable, and supportive.
  • A strengths-based and multicultural lens that respects your background and values.
  • A focus on practical tools for managing challenges and creating positive change.
  • Use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to explore how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected.

Working with all students (undergraduate and graduate), with a special focus on:

  • Racial/ethnic and sexual minorities
  • Immigrants and undocumented students
  • First-generation college students

Common concerns I help with:

  • Anxiety, depression, and trauma
  • Academic stress and homesickness
  • Relationship and dating challenges
  • Grief and loss
  • Mental illness and emotional resilience
  • Couples therapy and interpersonal connection