- Stress and anxiety
- Depression and grief
- Skills for daily life
About Chad
Chad Walters is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin who focuses on practical ways to reduce stress and anxiety. He uses down-to-earth conversation to help people manage mood, build confidence, and make changes that stick. Chad emphasizes the client’s own knowledge of their life and goals. He approaches sessions as a collaborative effort where clients set the pace.
With four years of counseling experience, Chad draws on several approaches to match each person's needs. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people shift unhelpful thoughts and take steps toward their values. He also uses client-centered and mindfulness methods to slow down strong emotions and increase awareness during hard moments.
Chad helps people facing depression, addictions, and relationship or family stress. He also supports people dealing with grief, career concerns, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. He works with issues related to attachment, codependency, communication problems, and feelings of isolation.
Chad pays attention to the practical side of change. Sessions focus on small, doable steps like changing routines, practicing new ways to respond, and building clearer communication habits. He encourages people to notice what works and adapt when needed.
People who choose Chad can expect a respectful, steady approach that centers their priorities. He invites clients to identify strengths and regain a sense of control over thoughts, emotions, and daily choices. This work is paced to each person’s readiness and goals.
How Chad's approaches fit into online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate action. It focuses on identifying personal values and taking small steps toward those values, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and impulse-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own goals and pace, offering a supportive space to talk through issues and build confidence.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Chad works with each person to choose methods that match their goals, comfort level, and day-to-day needs. He adjusts techniques as progress is noticed and priorities change, so therapy stays useful and relevant.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the currently offered formats before booking so you know what to expect. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow brief check-ins between in-depth sessions. Licensed professionals can also tailor session activities for a remote setting, such as using guided exercises, homework, and mindfulness practices that translate well to video or phone conversations.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Chad help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, grief, career issues, ADHD, and related concerns like isolation or compassion fatigue.
What is Chad's general therapy style?
Chad uses a collaborative, client-centered style that emphasizes the client's own experience. Sessions focus on practical steps and noticing what helps in daily life.
What background does he bring to sessions?
He has four years of professional counseling experience and aims to blend evidence-based approaches with straightforward support.
Where is Chad licensed and practicing?
Chad holds a Licensed Professional Counselor credential in Wisconsin and lists that state as his location.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with Chad?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.