- Client-centered care
- Skills and coping
- Trauma and grief
About Walter
Walter Scull is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri. He has seven years of counseling experience and works with teens and adults on common struggles like stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship problems. Walter aims to make sessions straightforward and practical so people can cope better day to day.
He blends client-centered care with solution-focused ideas and cognitive behavioral techniques. In sessions he often teaches and practices coping skills meant to lower distress and build resilience. He uses approaches that are evidence based and keeps explanations clear and concrete.
Walter has experience supporting people facing trauma, caregiving fatigue, military and first responder life issues, and challenges linked to ADHD and autism spectrum conditions. He also helps with parenting concerns, career and college coaching, and adjusting to life changes like separation or loss.
Earlier work included service in the United States Coast Guard and time in corporate sales, experiences that shape his practical, goal-oriented style. He holds a master’s degree in counseling from the University of Missouri–Saint Louis and brings a down-to-earth tone to sessions.
Outside of work he is married, has a teen daughter, and a rescue dog. He enjoys walking, cooking, music, kayaking, and travel. Walter’s stated aim is to help people find more joy, heal from setbacks, and reach the personal goals they set in therapy.
He blends client-centered care with solution-focused ideas and cognitive behavioral techniques. In sessions he often teaches and practices coping skills meant to lower distress and build resilience. He uses approaches that are evidence based and keeps explanations clear and concrete.
Walter has experience supporting people facing trauma, caregiving fatigue, military and first responder life issues, and challenges linked to ADHD and autism spectrum conditions. He also helps with parenting concerns, career and college coaching, and adjusting to life changes like separation or loss.
Earlier work included service in the United States Coast Guard and time in corporate sales, experiences that shape his practical, goal-oriented style. He holds a master’s degree in counseling from the University of Missouri–Saint Louis and brings a down-to-earth tone to sessions.
Outside of work he is married, has a teen daughter, and a rescue dog. He enjoys walking, cooking, music, kayaking, and travel. Walter’s stated aim is to help people find more joy, heal from setbacks, and reach the personal goals they set in therapy.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Missouri
Languages
English
How core approaches guide online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening closely and following the person's lead. The therapist prioritizes understanding your goals and supports you without judgment, helping you set the pace and topics for each session.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with life changes by breaking problems into manageable steps and practicing new habits.
Mindfulness therapy brings attention to the present moment and simple awareness practices. It can help reduce stress, improve sleep, and make intense emotions easier to tolerate.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences and will adjust the plan as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make scheduling easier and let therapy fit into busy days. It can reduce travel, allow shorter check-ins during a break, and offer alternatives for days when being on camera is difficult. Licensed professionals tailor online sessions to your situation while focusing on practical skills and steady progress.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Walter commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, ADHD, and many life changes.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are client-centered and practical, combining solution-focused work with cognitive behavioral techniques to teach coping skills and problem solving.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has seven years of counseling experience and previous roles in the United States Coast Guard and corporate sales that influence his direct, goal-oriented approach.
Where is his practice located and what credential does he hold?
He is based in Missouri and holds the LPC credential, listed as MO LPC.
Which language options are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients, though logistics and scheduling should be confirmed before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.