About Steven
Steven Shampain is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in Tennessee. He draws on ten years of experience to help people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, and concerns related to identity and relationships. Steven aims to make therapy a welcoming space where clients can speak openly and be heard.
He uses an insight-driven approach that focuses on understanding why certain thoughts and behaviors happen.
How Steven works
That helps people spot patterns and make useful changes. Steven combines practical strategies with acceptance work to help clients move toward goals they care about. Sessions often include straightforward tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices to manage strong emotions and reduce anxiety.
He also uses techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people settle on values and take action that matters to them. Imago Relationship Therapy ideas can guide conversations about connection and communication when relationship problems come up. Steven is direct about discussing topics that matter to clients, including politics or religion if those issues affect wellbeing.
He says he may share parts of his own story when that will help build trust and understanding. He emphasizes hope and forward movement while supporting people through grief, parenting concerns, career stress, ADHD, codependency, and men's issues. Sessions are offered in English and occur using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
People start by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling according to therapist availability.
Steven lists 9 ways of working on the entry:
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
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
Also listed
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Codependency
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Men's issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
Training and background
| Registers | LPC, LMHC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 10 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Tennessee |
Memberships and registers are shown as supplied; they are not licences, and this directory does not verify them.
Online support options
Online approaches that combine acceptance and practical skills
Steven commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and take committed steps toward those values even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at unhelpful thinking patterns and teaches practical strategies to change behavior and reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression.He treats approach selection as a team effort. The therapist talks with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped in the past. Together they decide whether ACT, CBT, or a client-centered stance should shape sessions, and that plan is adjusted as progress is made.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video allows face-to-face interaction and fuller communication. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for shorter check-ins or when scheduling a longer session is difficult. These options give flexibility to fit therapy into work, family, or daily routines.
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