Chris is a great listener I feel comfortable conversing with him and would strongly recommend his services.
Chris Weidler, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Chris is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Chris. View 47 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
Recent reviews
Chris is a pro.
More about Chris
- 16 years' experience
- Male
- LPC
Congratulations on taking the first step toward personal growth, healing and change! I will help you identify your goals, the roadblocks in the way and action steps you can take to overcome those hurdles. The important part (and the most challenging) is identifying the underlying, root cause of the problems rather than treating the superficial symptoms. Sometimes this can occur in only a couple of sessions. Sometimes it takes longer, but it is always based on your specific situation and your goals. I promise to be gentle, patient and challenging as you make real progress.
Education & Professional Experience:
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I received my Masters in Counseling (MACO) and my Master in Divinity (MDiv) from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in 2007. Since then I've gained extensive experience in a wide range of therapeutic settings involving, families, couples, children, teens and individuals of all ages. My clinical approaches include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy and Christian Counseling.
Other Professional/Personal Experience:
In addition to my professional/clinical skills, I also bring "real world" experience to the counseling setting. My wife and I have been married since 2007 and we have 3 sons (ages 6, 11, and 14). We spent several years as houseparents at a boarding school for teenagers. We currently operate an internet-based sales business and run a small farm/homestead. We are highly involved in our church. These practical experiences help me relate to you and your struggles with fresh eyes. I understand the abstract counseling theories, but I also understand how to apply them practically to the very real struggles you are facing.
What you can expect:
Everybody is different. Your goals and struggles are unique to you. Therefore my role is to come alongside you and help you to identify your goals and the underlying issues standing in your way. Once you begin addressing those underlying issues, many of the superficial symptoms that brought you begin to fade away and you are on your way to healing. Although therapy is challenging (like all good things), I also strive to make it humorous and fun. You are on a positive trajectory! There is joy, peace and fun involved in that journey.
Who am I the best fit for:
~Your faith can be an important factor in your success. I am a Christian, and I have the most success helping people who are guided by their Christian faith. It's not a requirement however.
~Individuals struggling with anxiety, stress, PTSD, depression, relationship issues, life changes, career changes and young adult issues
~Lifestyle addictions (spending, gambling, porn, over-eating, exercise, etc)
~Families, couples, pre-marital counseling and parents.
I'd be honored to begin listening to your story right away!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Gottman Method
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Chris Weidler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053510453.
- LPC · Pennsylvania · PC005616 · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Chris Weidler
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Chris is a great listener I feel comfortable conversing with him and would strongly recommend his services.
Chris is a pro.
Chris is an excellent and is able to explain and describe my thoughts and feelings better than I can even think through them.
Chris is awesome at identifying areas to improve identifying things that I can work on and also caring enough. To create a safe space for me to speak freely.
Chris is an amazing and helpful in his therapy offering advice suggestions and challenges to help me to see the situation in another perspective. The sessions with Chris is professional & effective.
Chris has a sense of humor, is kind and compassionate. He listens and gives insight and wisdom and pushes me to see things from the individuals in my life point of view. His prayers are on point! A blessing, he was my first therapist ever and answers text in between sessions with care and depth!
He listened very well and was very personable
Chris listens and responds in a way that is not critical or judgmental, and offers practical steps to overcoming whatever issue you may be going through. Definitely recommend!
He is very friendly understanding and personable. His advice and counsel have been quite helpful.
In just two months, I went from waking up terrified that I could not handle the stresses of the day ahead, to knowing I can handle anything that comes up... Even the unexpected! Counseling with Chris has been the best financial investment of my life!
Chris has fantastic insight and is a great therapist.
Very good person to work with!
Chris is very knowledgeable and capable of assisting anyone who needs it!
Great therapist. As a first timer he made me feel very comfortable.
Chris has been amazing! He listens and communicates in a way that makes me feel respected and understood.
Chris breaks things down and uses realistic examples. Also has great materials for learning.
Very knowledgeable, authentic, and gracious.
Chris is very helpful and is able to analyze a situation and come up with solutions.
He's very caring and personable.
Chris - Has been a huge help toward my journey of healing and building a stronger me. He is able to listen, hear me, apply insights into my internal drivers, how to process feelings, acknowledge personal wins, and take the time to reflect on how my needs work within my relationship. He is a great fit for my journey and I wanted to say thank you!
Hello my name is Joshua, I have been working with Chris for approximately half a year. Chris is a devoted man of God as well as a highly educated therapist and he uses his knowledge mixed with God's truths to bring clarity to whatever you may be facing. I know this because he has done exactly that for and with me and I am so thankful that God brought us together. My wife and I are now going to be doing couples therapy together with Chris and all I can say is " God Is So Good "!
Awesome
Chris has been a great ear for me while I have gone through a tumultuous time in my life. I appreciate his responsiveness and his clear minded approach to working through situations.
Chris truly takes the time to listen and help me with my anxiety and stress.
I think Chris has done a great job helping me. I am very pleased
Patient and understanding. Allows you to fully flesh out your ideas before adding his own thoughts.
Chris does a phenomenal job of making you feel heard and of being a reasonable sounding board for the thoughts running around in your head. He expresses encouragement often and truly wants to see you succeed in your goals.
Chris is wonderful. I’ve been very appreciative of his ability to help with issues from a Faith based perspective.
Chris is an awesome guy with patience and a lot of good advice. He was really flexible and responsive!
He's been very helpful to me in my time if need.
I really am lucky that I was paired with Chris as my therapist. He is spot on with his counseling with me regarding my PTSD from a trauma I experienced, as well as giving me the tools needed to help me in my marriage and communication. I would highly recommend Chris!
Great Therapist
Chris has been awesome so far! I can tell he really cares about what he does.
Great Guy that listens to my concerns and gripes about my life. Gives solid advice as well.
Chris has helped me work through some big and immediate stressors that were overwhelming to me and is helping me build strategies to achieve my goals and adjust positively to stress.
My experience has been very good with Chris. I have just started this journey and appreciate his insight and help
Can't say anything bad about Chris. He thoroughly listens and really hears what you have to say and gives thoughtful and intentional insights in return. He always response to emails with well thought out responses and really helps guide you in the right direction of identifying your thoughts, feelings, motivations etc. Speaks to like a real friend, is understanding but holds you accountable in your therapy journey, but most importantly you can tell he truly cares and wants to help make you a better, happier, healthier version of yourself.
Chris is a great guy! After my first session with him, I quickly realized he’s the therapist for me. His down to earth personality and realistic vision, he gets it. Highly recommend and wish nothing but the best for him and his future clients!
Chris has been patient with me and has good suggestions for me to put into practice that will help me get to a better position in life.
A wonderful man, able to help me identify goals to actively pursue. Definitely willing to tell you the facts. Wonderful Christian.
Chris by far asks the best questions and makes the best deductions out of all of my previous therapists. I have 5 years getting therapy and I've seen three therapists before Chris. I wasn't sure how much more i could learn after so much "experience " however, Chris brought in a new perspective that i have no been provided before.
Chris certainly has a warm and inviting demeanor that allows you to relax and open up. Chris also, is excellent at understanding what you are trying to express but will make sure you're on the same page before diving into what could make think, behave, or feel a certain way and how to combat that. Lastly he makes therapy feel like you're talking to a close friend and you can tell his main goal is to truly truly help you through your issues and that its not just a job for him.
He’s very professional and I enjoy our sessions
I like how Chris keeps the session in check and makes sure we talk about certain points of how I felt and stay on course with my goals. Great listener as well!
Spent three sessions with Chris. I am glad I started this process. He got right to the source of the issue and started working constructively before the second session.
Took a goal oriented approach which made both long and short term goals seem more achievable
Chris is very non-judgemental and supportive. He is encouraging and understanding, yet will hold you accountable.
Frequently asked questions
Does Chris Weidler offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Chris Weidler works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Chris Weidler speak?
Chris Weidler speaks English.
How many years of experience does Chris Weidler have?
Chris Weidler has 16 years of experience.
Where is Chris Weidler licensed to practice?
Chris Weidler is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Chris Weidler accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Chris Weidler does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Chris Weidler offer?
Chris Weidler offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Chris Weidler?
Chris Weidler can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Chris Weidler?
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