Fantastic therapist. I've had what 3-4 therapists before now, and Dr Waters is caring insightful and knowledgeable.
Dr. Christopher Waters, Psychologist
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Christopher is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Christopher. View 5 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Idaho, Washington, and 1 more
Recent reviews
dr. Waters has provided me with very good counseling.
More about Christopher
- 13 years' experience
- Male
- Psychologist
I am a clinical psychologist who is licensed in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. I have been practicing for 13 years. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, codependency, and family conflicts. I specialize in treating trauma, dissociation, and abuse. I believe every person has unique ways to grow and heal so I try to tailor my treatment plan to your specific needs. Many therapists focus on learning general tools to help you change your thoughts and feelings, which is often helpful. However, my approach to therapy is to help you identify internal conflicts or traumas, and then practice ways to work through these difficulties. I use tools such as Gestalt Therapy, IFS, EMDR, Psychodynamic Therapy, and guided imagery. I also try to be gentle in my approach because people need a safe place to explore themselves. I know therapy can be challenging, but I also hope to make it rewarding and fun.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Dissociation
Domestic violence
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Mood disorders
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Hypnotherapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Christopher Waters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407122641.
- Psychologist · Idaho · PSY-202655 · Expires September 2025
- Psychologist · Washington · PY 60951973 · Expires September 2025
- Psychologist · Oregon · 3094 · Expires September 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Christopher Waters
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Fantastic therapist. I've had what 3-4 therapists before now, and Dr Waters is caring insightful and knowledgeable.
dr. Waters has provided me with very good counseling.
Dr. Waters has been so helpful. He not only takes time to listen, but also is very thoughtful with his responses. He has helped me overcome thought patterns by giving me the tools to do so!
Thoughtful, intuitive, and knowledgeable. 11/10. No further word needed.
Dr. Waters is incredibly compassionate and capable to work through the topics I bring up with grace and clarity, he's really supporting me rewriting narratives that are not serving me anymore. His compassionate and professional approach makes him one of a kind. Absolutely love his work!
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Christopher Waters offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Waters works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Christopher Waters speak?
Dr. Christopher Waters speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Christopher Waters have?
Dr. Christopher Waters has 13 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Christopher Waters licensed to practice?
Dr. Christopher Waters is licensed to practice in Idaho, Washington, and Oregon.
Does Dr. Christopher Waters accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Waters accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Christopher Waters offer?
Dr. Christopher Waters offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Hypnotherapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Christopher Waters?
Dr. Christopher Waters can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Christopher Waters?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.