I am licensed in Texas as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) with 15 years of professional work experience and 5 years as a clinical social worker. The majority of my experience has come through helping clients cope with their substance use issues - whether they think they're addicted or just trying to find some answers. Many of my substance use clients have had traumatic events happen in their lives, so I chose to continue learning more about treating trauma. I'm now a "Certified Clinical Trauma Professional" and qualified to conduct EMDR therapy.
In addition to the topics described above, I've worked with teenagers, young adults, and adults who are young at heart, on their motivation, self esteem, confidence, financial counseling, work/professional achievement, life skills, coping with life changes, and so much more. Although I may have a degree and years of experience, I fully believe that I'll never be an expert on you like you're an expert on you. You have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Avoidant Personality, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Dissociation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural Concerns, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sex Addiction, Smoking/Vaping Cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Ian "Cole" Watts. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
So appreciated
Written on Sep 04, 2022 after therapy with Ian "Cole" for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and anger management
Cole is extremely knowledgeable in regards to mental health, substance abuse and human behavior. A big part of therapy is being able to discuss what is happening in your life. That said, if you are willing to listen, you will definitely learn some things along the way. Cole drops jewels regularly. Plus he is a good man to converse with.
Written on Jul 08, 2022 after therapy with Ian "Cole" for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and career difficulties
Thank you so far for all the help you Given me Cole and most of all just listening I really am thankful for Your Help.
Written on Jun 02, 2022 after therapy with Ian "Cole" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Cole could respond more frequently with deeper responses - or questions - about what I write in Sessions. Sometimes he feels more like a cheerleader than a therapist who challenges me, which is what I want and need.
I should communicate this to him. I believe he would be receptive to it.
Written on Jun 01, 2022 after therapy with Ian "Cole" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I’ve only met with Cole a few times but I can tell he is very knowledgeable and has a lot of experience.
Written on May 26, 2022 after therapy with Ian "Cole" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes