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Walter Bowles
LCSW

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High satisfaction rate with clients

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My clients describe me as warm, direct, and easy to talk to, even about the hard stuff. I have extensive experience working in rehab settings and LGBTQ+ centers, and I especially enjoy EMDR and parts-based work for clients ready to go deeper. As a professional artist, I bring creativity and real presence into every session. I'm particularly passionate about supporting sensitive, queer, and recovery-focused folks who've been carrying too much alone. Some ways I prefer to work are collaborative and interactive, I reflect what I notice in real time. I believe therapy should actually feel human.

About Walter

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Blue Shield of California, Anthem / Out of State BlueCard, Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Out-of-pocket

Communication Style

Action-oriented, Creative, Direct, Empowering, Engaging

Focus areas

Addiction (not substance use), Anger Issues, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Body Image, Depression, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Personality Disorders, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma

Experienced with

LGBTQ+, Non-monogamous relationships, Trans+

Years of Experience

9+
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We’ll uncover what’s underneath and create shifts that bring clarity and joy.

License number

#118372

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

MSW - Social Work, California State University

Interests

Outside of my clinical work, I find balance and joy through movement, creativity, and connection. I love practicing Pilates and dancing to stay grounded and energized. I’m also a devoted dog person and enjoy exploring new places, whether traveling abroad or discovering hidden gems locally. In my downtime, I unwind with great sitcoms and movies, appreciating storytelling that blends humor, humanity, and heart.

License details

Walter Bowles,
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
#118372 (exp October 2027)