(he/him)
Often rebooked
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with over 14 years of experience in the mental health field. My career began in mental health research before transitioning to clinical practice, where I've spent over a decade supporting U.S. military Veterans from diverse backgrounds as they navigate complex work, social, and health goals. This experience has given me deep insight into helping individuals successfully manage major life transitions, overcome barriers to achievement, and build meaningful, fulfilling lives aligned with their values and aspirations.
In the first session, I typically review what you can expect from me as a virtual provider, some general housekeeping items around scheduling, pay and communications and most importantly we review what brings you to the first session, how we may be able to work together toward your goals and if I'm a good fit to support you with your goals as they currently stand.
I use a tailored approach to support my clients best, but the consistent thread is collaboration when goal-setting, reviewing progress on goals and addressing new treatment goals.
Christopher Waltrous specializes in life transitions with a special emphasis on working with men, people of color, and US Military Veterans. Whether you're navigating stress or building motivation to work toward your goals, he provides support to help you build bridges toward the change you're seeking in an environment that harnesses your strengths and resilience. I help adults navigate life transitions — career shifts, relationship changes, and finding direction. With 15+ years of experience, I specialize in working with adults using strengths-based, evidence-backed approaches to build real, lasting change. If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken a meaningful step. Reaching out for support isn’t always easy—especially if you’ve spent most of your life being the one who holds things together. But you don’t have to have everything figured out. Let's chat to see if we’re a good fit and what working together might look like.
Motivational Interviewing
Many clients face ambivalence about major life transitions, whether returning to school, changing careers, or addressing barriers to employment. I use Motivational Interviewing to help you explore your own motivations and values, resolve mixed feelings, and tap into your intrinsic drive to create the change you want. We'll work collaboratively to strengthen your commitment and develop a plan that aligns with what truly matters to you.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I use ACT to help clients stop struggling against difficult thoughts and feelings, and instead focus energy on building a life guided by your personal values. We'll work on developing psychological flexibility—learning to be present with discomfort while taking action toward what truly matters to you, whether that's career fulfillment, meaningful relationships, or personal growth. This approach helps you move forward even when challenges arise, creating a richer, more authentic life aligned with your values.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to help clients identify and challenge thought patterns that may be holding them back from achieving their career and personal goals. Together, we'll examine how your experiences have shaped your thinking about work, purpose, and transition, then develop practical strategies to build confidence and move forward. This approach has helped many people successfully navigate employment challenges and find meaningful career paths.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I help clients build on their existing strengths and resources—the same resilience and problem-solving skills you've developed throughout your life—to achieve specific work goals, relationship goals with friends and romantic partners, family goals with nuclear or chosen family, or other wellness goals. Rather than dwelling on obstacles, we'll identify what's already working, envision your preferred future, and create concrete steps to get there efficiently. This practical, forward-focused approach respects your time and gets results.