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Walter Nielson

LMFT · California · Online sessions

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Best all-around if you want simple onboarding and quick matching.
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About Walter Nielson

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!

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Languages Spoken

  • English

Walter Nielson is serving from:

California

Years in practice

15 years

NPI number

  • 1003183088

License Details

CA LMFT 132820

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