- Calm listening
- Skills focused
- Teens and adults
About Stephen
Stephen Brown is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Ohio with 36 years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and low self-esteem. He meets with adolescents and adults and aims to create a calm space where people can talk through what is most troubling them.
Stephen uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helping clients notice unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of thinking and acting. He focuses on practical skills that can reduce anxiety, lift mood, and improve everyday functioning. Sessions begin with an assessment of current concerns and a short plan for moving forward.
His style is client-centered and low-key. He speaks in a calm, soft voice and emphasizes listening without judgment. Early sessions concentrate on identifying strengths, setting achievable goals, and planning small steps that build confidence.
Stephen has worked with teens and adults across a range of challenges for many years. In addition to core concerns like depression and anxiety, he addresses topics such as codependency, abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, communication problems, and issues related to adoption and aging.
In a first session he will ask about how you have been feeling and what you want to change. That visit is mainly about building a connection and deciding together what comes next.
How his methods translate to online therapy
Stephen commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. This approach helps with anxiety, depression, stress, and practical problems in daily life. He emphasizes skill building and short, goal-oriented work that clients can practice between sessions.He also works in a client-centered way, which means sessions are shaped by each person's needs and pace. The therapist and client decide together which techniques to try, and they adjust the plan over time based on what is helpful. Finding the right approach is presented as a collaboration rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.
If you are considering online work, confirm the current session options before booking. Stephen meets with adolescents and adults in Ohio and uses telehealth arrangements to reach clients across the state. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for regular check-ins without rearranging a full schedule. They also allow for shorter touchpoints when that better matches a client's needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
36+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Stephen help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship strain, and trauma and abuse. He also works with related issues like codependency, abandonment, caregiver stress, and chronic illness.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is client-centered and calm. He emphasizes listening without judgment and works with clients to set practical, achievable goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 36 years of experience as a clinician. That background informs his straightforward, skills-based approach to therapy.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the credential LPCC, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
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 sessions with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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