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Walter Nielson, LMFT

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Grief Anger management Depression
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

I am licensed in California with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, & anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Professional experience

15 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Addictions Grief Anger management Depression

Additional areas of focus: Communication problems, Control issues, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Social anxiety and phobia

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

CA LMFT 132820

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Walter Nielson. 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.

My therapist Walter Neilson has been instrumental in helping me navigate a particularly difficult breakup and subsequent transition back to single life. Walter has always provided me with expert advice and non biased professional guidance through this difficult period.

Written on Sep 07, 2025 after therapy with Walter for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

I really enjoyed working with Walt. His listening skills are superb and his advice was excellent. He really helped navigate my issues!

Written on Apr 20, 2025 after therapy with Walter for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and anger management

Understanding.Gives good advice

Written on Apr 14, 2025 after therapy with Walter for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes

Walt is extremely considerate, respectful, and dilligent. He listens well and is insightful. Very easy to talk to as well. Highly recommend Walt and his services!

Written on Mar 27, 2025 after therapy with Walter for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem

So far Walter has been super helpful and looking forward to continuing to work with him!

Written on Feb 26, 2025 after therapy with Walter for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Walter is kind, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable. He is easy to talk to and does a fantastic job of keeping on task and focused while also holding space for special circumstances. I would recommend Walter to anyone who would like to improve their anxiety and situational awareness.

Written on Feb 24, 2025 after therapy with Walter for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd