Chad Walters, LPC
A narrative-minded counselor for everyday change
Details
| Name | Chad Walters |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LPC |
| Based in | Wisconsin |
| Licensed in | Wisconsin |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 4 |
About Chad
Chad Walters is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin. He draws on Narrative approaches while also using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive techniques, and mindfulness to help people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and self-esteem struggles. Chad believes people are experts in their own lives.
He works with clients to name the stories that shape their choices. Then he helps them spot patterns that no longer serve them and try new ways of responding.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on practical steps and short-term goals. Chad offers tools to manage emotions, sharpen motivation, and reduce unhelpful thinking. He uses straightforward language and concrete exercises so clients can try things between sessions.
He also supports people dealing with relationship strain, grief, caregiver stress, career concerns, ADHD, bipolar mood issues, and feelings of isolation. Additional interests include attachment issues, communication problems, codependency, and alternative sex culture matters such as BDSM and kink. Chad has four years of professional experience.
He meets people where they are and helps them build small, sustainable changes that add up over time. Sessions are offered in English and are available through multiple online formats.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression among the things Chad works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Dependent personality
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Emptiness
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Trichotillomania
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Listed by Chad among the ways he works.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Chad among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Chad among the ways he works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Chad among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Chad among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Chad among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Chad directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Chad directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative and acceptance work online
Chad uses Narrative Therapy to help people look at the stories that guide their choices. This approach helps people separate themselves from limiting narratives and test new ways of being. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is also a core part of his work and focuses on noticing thoughts and values-based action rather than getting stuck trying to eliminate difficult feelings. Client-Centered care shapes the relationship by prioritizing listening, empathy, and the client’s own goals.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Chad listens to a person’s concerns, goals, and preferences and then suggests techniques to try. He reviews what helps and what does not, adjusting the approach as clients learn more about themselves.
Online formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video lets people see nonverbal cues and work more directly on interpersonal patterns. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging offer quick access for reflection, homework check-ins, or when typing feels more comfortable. These options aim to increase flexibility and help people stay consistent with care.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does Chad commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues. He also supports people with addictions, grief, career strain, and relationship or family concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Chad uses a Narrative approach alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, and mindfulness. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented, with exercises to practice between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has four years of professional work experience helping clients with emotional and behavioral concerns. His approach emphasizes clients' lived experience and personal strengths.
Where is Chad located and licensed?
He is licensed as an LPC in Wisconsin and provides services while based in that state.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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