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- ACT
- CBT
- Mindfulness
About Chad
Chad Walters is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin with four years of clinical experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, self-esteem struggles, and major life changes. Chad also lists interest in concerns related to relationships, family matters, LGBT issues, career questions, and ADHD.
Chad believes clients are the experts on their own lives. He offers straightforward support aimed at identifying strengths and practical next steps. Sessions focus on helping people regain control over thoughts, emotions, and daily routines rather than relying on jargon or rigid methods.
He draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking patterns. He also uses acceptance and commitment approaches to help clarify values and take committed action, and mindfulness practices to reduce reactivity and increase present-moment noticing. Motivational interviewing is used when a person wants help moving from ambivalence to action.
In session Chad keeps language direct and concrete. He helps break down problems into manageable steps. He works with people on communication problems, codependency, caregiver stress, fatherhood concerns, and issues around attachment and impulsivity.
People who come for help can expect a practical focus on skills and choices. Chad can be a resource for grief, burnout, and compassion fatigue, as well as less typical concerns such as kink and alternative sex culture. He aims to help clients make clear decisions and find what actually works in day-to-day life.
How sessions work
How Chad uses ACT, CBT and mindfulness in online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that line up with those values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and problems where avoidance gets in the way. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them with practical experiments and behavior changes to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness practices to reduce reactivity and increase the ability to notice thoughts and feelings without immediately acting on them.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Chad will work with each person to see which methods match their goals, preferences, and life situation. He often blends techniques so sessions remain practical and relevant rather than strictly following a single model.
The profile does not list specific online formats, so confirm session options before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into work and family routines, shorten commute time, and allow for brief check-ins between appointments. Phone sessions can be a lower-bandwidth option when video is difficult, and shorter sessions may help fit therapy into a busy day. Ask about available formats when you schedule so you can pick what will work best for your schedule.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, self-esteem, coping with life changes, relationship and family concerns, LGBT issues, ADHD, and related areas such as grief and caregiver stress.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses direct, practical approaches that focus on skills and action. Expect clear language, goal-focused conversations, and step-by-step plans.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including addiction, motivation, and mood symptoms.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Wisconsin and practices from that state.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Confirm the current session options before booking to know whether video, phone, or in-person visits are available.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the "See online therapy options" button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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