- Trauma and abuse
- Depression and mood
- Self esteem work
About Stephen
Stephen School is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with eight years of clinical experience. He works with people facing trauma and abuse, grief and loss, low self-esteem, depression, life changes, stress and anxiety. He also helps with addiction concerns, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting challenges, career questions, ADHD, and mood conditions such as bipolar disorder.
Stephen treats each person as the expert on their own life. He focuses on strengths people already have and uses clear, practical steps to address problems. Sessions are straightforward and aimed at helping clients notice what works, try different ways of coping, and make small changes that add up.
In the room he listens for patterns that keep problems repeating, such as avoidance, harsh self-talk, or communication breakdowns. He works to break those patterns with approaches that have evidence behind them, and he explains methods in plain language. This helps people understand why they feel stuck and what can change.
He has worked across a range of difficulties including abandonment, attachment concerns, body image, chronic illness and pain, codependency, dissociation, and separation or divorce. He also supports people dealing with stress from disasters, control issues, commitment fears, and co-occurring conditions.
Stephen offers practical support for next steps like building confidence to speak up, coping with loss, managing mood swings, and improving day-to-day functioning. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How evidence-based methods work in remote sessions
Stephen commonly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing thoughts and behaviors and on building practical coping skills. Cognitive-behavioral approaches help people notice unhelpful thinking and test new ways of responding, which can reduce avoidance and anxiety over time.He also draws on skills-based approaches that teach specific tools for emotional regulation, stress management, and grounding after trauma. These techniques aim to give clear steps a person can use between sessions when emotions rise or difficult memories appear.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that fit the person's goals, daily routines, and how they prefer to work. That choice can change as progress is made or new needs appear.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find remote sessions help them maintain consistency while trying new strategies in everyday life.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Stephen help with?
He works with trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting, ADHD, and related concerns listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He takes a practical, strengths-based approach and uses evidence-based techniques explained in plain language. Sessions focus on spotting patterns and trying small changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of professional counseling experience working with the issues listed in his profile.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.