Steve Scarborough, LPC - Therapist in Missouri

About Steve

Steve Scarborough is a licensed professional counselor who helps people facing addiction, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and parenting concerns. He uses clear, practical strategies that parents can put to work right away. Conversations are direct but warm, aimed at making daily life feel more manageable.

He blends several therapy styles to match what a person actually needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and change routines that keep problems going.

Background and approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports finding what matters and taking small steps toward it. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how past relationships shape current reactions. Sessions often focus on skills for coping with strong emotions, improving communication, and managing triggers that lead to relapse or conflict.

He also addresses issues like shame, impulsivity, and forgiveness in straightforward terms. The work includes practical tools, short exercises, and focused conversations to build better daily habits. Steve holds an LPC, licensed in Missouri (MO LPC 2018025879), and brings about ten years of clinical experience.

He draws on trauma-informed practices and relapse prevention methods when they fit the situation. He also integrates coaching-style guidance for goal setting and follow-through. Therapy is offered in English and uses a mix of talk and skill practice rather than long lectures.

The pace and focus adjust to each person, so sessions move toward what will help most in real life. If someone wants a plan that fits a busy schedule, he works to keep steps simple and actionable.

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking and changing behavior patterns that reinforce problems, which can help with stress, mood, and impulsive reactions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns shape current responses and aims to build safer ways of connecting and relating. Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to pick methods that match a person's needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying tools, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan as progress is made. Online sessions use video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to offer flexibility for busy families. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into school schedules, work shifts, and parenting responsibilities. Many clients find remote work useful because it lets them practice new skills in real time and bring questions from daily life into sessions.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Steve address?

He works with a wide range of issues including addictions, anxiety, depression, stress, parenting challenges, grief, trauma and relationship problems.

What is his style in sessions?

Sessions are practical and direct with a warm tone. He focuses on skills, short exercises, and clear steps families can use at home.

What kind of background does he have?

He has about ten years of clinical experience and integrates trauma-informed care, relapse prevention, and coaching methods in his work.

What credentials and location information are listed?

He is an LPC, licensed in Missouri with license number MO LPC 2018025879.

Which languages are supported and can he work internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

How are costs handled?

Session cost varies with location and therapist availability; services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Addictions
Relationship issues
Self esteem

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 10 years
Licensed: Missouri
Languages: English

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