- trauma and abuse
- guilt and shame
- self esteem work
About Christopher
Christopher Waters is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with nine years of clinical experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, and issues related to parenting and career. He also addresses concerns linked to guilt and shame.
He uses practical conversations to help people sort through what’s on their mind. Sessions focus on clear goals and concrete steps rather than labels. He adapts the pace to what each person needs and encourages honest, direct discussion about hard feelings.
Christopher has worked with people struggling with addiction, caregiver stress, and life changes such as illness or bereavement. He also brings experience supporting men with fatherhood issues, communication problems, jealousy, and career transitions. He mentions working with people facing antisocial personality concerns, body image, and hospice and end-of-life situations.
His approach emphasizes respect and sensitivity. He discusses motivation, confidence, and coping skills alongside emotional processing. Sessions often include practical techniques to manage anxiety, improve mood, and handle relationship tensions.
How therapy begins is straightforward: pick a goal, try a few steps, and adjust based on what helps. He asks questions, listens to how a person talks about guilt or shame, and then plans next steps together. The focus is on figuring out what works in daily life, not on quick fixes.
How therapeutic approaches inform online work
Christopher uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on managing symptoms and changing unhelpful patterns. One common approach involves practical cognitive strategies to identify and test thoughts that fuel guilt, shame, anxiety, or low mood; these techniques help people reframe thinking and try new behaviors in daily life. Another approach centers on skills for coping with distress, such as breathing, grounding, and step-by-step exposure to feared situations, which can reduce avoidance and increase confidence. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will talk with the client about goals, try an approach for a few sessions, and adjust based on what is helping. The therapist and client decide together which techniques fit the person’s goals and everyday routine. Confirm the exact session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They can also let someone join from a quieter location or avoid being on camera if that helps. Ask about current session options and how they might fit into your schedule.Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting and career issues, and matters related to guilt and shame.
How would he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He uses direct, practical conversations to understand the source of those feelings and then suggests concrete steps to test and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of professional work experience as a counselor in New Jersey.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.