About Steven
Steven Gifford is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) practicing in Ohio with 16 years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, low self-esteem, depression, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and major life changes. He also supports those seeking coaching to improve motivation and confidence.
He keeps sessions straightforward and focused on what matters to the person in front of him. Conversations aim to identify practical steps and small changes that add up over time.
How Steven works
He encourages open dialogue so thoughts and feelings can be discussed without judgment. Steven draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on coping skills and behavior change. He tailors the pace and tools to each person’s needs, balancing short-term goals with longer-term growth.
He pays attention to how life experience, family history, and health issues affect daily functioning. He has particular experience addressing addiction and substance concerns, chronic pain or illness, and problems tied to family of origin or blended family dynamics. He also supports people navigating commitment issues, divorce and separation, and fatherhood challenges.
Sessions are intended to be practical and goal-oriented while still allowing time to process difficult feelings. People coming to Steven can expect a calm, nonjudgmental presence and a focus on clear next steps. He views therapy as a collaborative effort and helps clients set priorities that fit their lives.
What Steven works with
The areas below are the ones Steven selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
Also listed
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Bipolar disorder
- Blended family issues
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Coaching
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Coping with life changes
- Dependent personality
- Depression
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Hoarding
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Infidelity
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self esteem
- Self-harm
- Sex addiction
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Training and background
| Register | LPCC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 16 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Ohio |
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Online support options
Evidence-based approaches and online care
Steven uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical coping and behavior change. One common approach emphasizes building coping skills for stress and anxiety through structured practice and problem-solving. This method helps people break stressful situations into manageable steps and develop routines that reduce overwhelm.Another approach concentrates on patterns that maintain addictive behaviors and low motivation. It examines triggers and responses, then works on gradual behavior changes and relapse prevention strategies. This kind of work is useful for substance concerns, compulsive behaviors, and improving daily functioning.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to identify goals and tries methods that fit a person’s needs and preferences. Adjustments are made over time based on what is helpful and what isn’t.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a fuller interaction is desired. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging let people send updates, ask quick questions, or keep momentum between sessions without scheduling a full call.
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