Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Malissa Watters, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed clinical social worker - Stress and Addictions
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149011020
- NPI
- 1285736348
- Experience
- 23 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Malissa supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- CBT and mindfulness
About Malissa
Malissa Watters is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Illinois with 23 years of experience. She helps people who are managing stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and major life changes. Her work also addresses career concerns and a range of related issues that can make day-to-day life harder.
She focuses on practical steps and clear goals in sessions. That can mean identifying patterns that increase stress, testing small behavior changes, or building brief routines that reduce overwhelm. Conversations are straightforward and centered on what the person wants to change or improve.
Malissa also works with concerns connected to aging and caregiving, chronic illness and pain, fertility and postpartum matters, and end-of-life planning. She has experience with substance use and domestic violence issues and supports people navigating trauma and military-related concerns.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. These methods guide short-term problem solving and attention to thoughts, behaviors, and present-moment coping skills. Sessions often mix practical exercises with discussion about everyday challenges.
People who want a clinician who emphasizes clear steps, realistic goals, and steady problem solving often choose her. To begin, readers are invited to use the site’s matching tool to describe their situation and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Many of her methods adapt well to remote work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety or depression. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices that can help during moments of stress or chronic pain. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on clear, short-term goals and practical steps to move toward what matters most.She treats finding the right approach as a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals and daily routines, try methods that fit those needs, and adjust over time based on what helps. Clients and the therapist decide together which techniques to keep using.
Session format details are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and let people practice coping strategies in their regular surroundings. These practical benefits help therapy fit into everyday life without requiring major schedule changes.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, coping with life changes, and career concerns, along with related areas like caregiver stress and chronic illness.
What is her therapy style?
She uses practical, goal-oriented work that mixes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to address immediate problems and daily coping.
How much experience does she have?
She has 23 years of professional experience in social work and clinical practice.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - licensed in Illinois.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers