About Steven
Steven Forsyth is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 25 years of clinical experience. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, addictions, sleep difficulties, relationship stresses, grief, and related concerns. He explains things plainly and aims to make sessions feel straightforward and practical.
He began working in addictions counseling after entering recovery himself in 1982, and that lived experience shaped his approach. His background includes training in cognitive behavioral methods and several other therapeutic models. Steven also completed EMDR through the EMDR International Institute in November 2021 and uses that tool when appropriate.
In session he favors clear, collaborative plans. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered and mindfulness approaches, and motivational interviewing ideas to help people find workable steps. He talks through practical strategies, coping skills, and ways to shift unhelpful patterns.
Steven views each person as the product of their life story and brings a holistic perspective to problems. He blends structured techniques with listening and reflection to help people notice options and make changes that fit their daily life.
He works with a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, ADHD, compassion fatigue, intimacy and sexual concerns, eating and body image issues, chronic illness or pain, and caregiver stress. People who want straight talk, practical tools, and steady support may find his style a good fit.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Steven commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward them while learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replace them with practical strategies and problem-solving steps.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will review your history, goals, and preferences and then suggest which methods to try. That choice is made together and can change as goals shift or new needs arise.
The original biography does not specify which session formats are offered online, so please confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and letting people attend from wherever they are that day. It also lets therapists use worksheets, guided exercises, and EMDR tools in ways that suit remote meetings. Licensed professionals often find these formats useful for consistent weekly work and for maintaining momentum between sessions.
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, sleep problems, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, and related concerns.
What is his counseling style like?
He uses a practical, collaborative style that blends listening with clear tools and steps. Sessions tend to focus on problem solving and skills you can try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 25 years of experience in counseling, including many years working in addictions and recovery-focused care.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - practicing in Missouri.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients; confirm any regional or licensing details when you match and schedule.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does billing 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?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.