I aim to meet every client where they are at, regardless of their circumstances. I work with people who struggle with substance use, depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, or any other topics that may be presenting issues in their life. My approach is to help you understand and identify what things may be causing you difficulties in your life, while simultaneously eliciting the motivation that already lies within you to make the necessary changes in your life. I have experience working in grief & loss counseling, and as a CADC, my primary area of expertise is in the field of substance use. I work with people who struggle with substance use from a harm reduction framework, and I believe that it is my job to help clients achieve whatever goals they have for themselves, whether that be total abstinence, moderation, or deciding to use some substances while abstaining from using others. The primary therapeutic modality that I utilize in my practice is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), although I also incorporate skills, practices, and theories from Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Narrative Therapy. I tailor my approach to each individual client, as I firmly believe that each individual that I work with has their own unique set of strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session together, I hope to get to know you better and give you a sense of what working with me might look like moving forward. I aim to create a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment for my clients, and this first session will give you a sense of what that feels like.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

As a clinician, I feel that I excel in providing people with a space where they feel welcome, but also a space where they feel they are benefitting from the work we do together. I pride myself on creating an inviting space for people to share, feel heard, and feel safe.

About Ryan Watters