- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Scott
Scott Wilson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Clinical Professional (LCP) with 30 years of experience. He practices in Iowa and helps people handle stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. He also addresses concerns such as guilt and shame, motivation, and issues some men bring to therapy.
Scott uses straightforward talk and practical steps in sessions. He focuses on helping people accept difficult feelings without letting those feelings run the show. He works on clear behavioral changes that match a person's values and goals rather than vague promises.
His approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to build skills people can use day to day. Motivational Interviewing is used to find what matters most and to move toward those goals. Sessions include exercises and discussion aimed at improving flexibility in thinking and behavior.
Scott has worked for three decades in varied settings and brings that experience into each meeting. He helps clients notice patterns that feed frustration and anger, and then practices different responses that reduce repeated conflict. He talks through concrete strategies for anger that arise at work, at home, and in relationships.
People who choose him can expect a direct, practical style that emphasizes values, action, and habit change. He encourages steady progress through small steps. If you want to better manage anger or related struggles, he guides the work toward measurable change.
How his approaches translate to online work
Scott uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice and accept difficult emotions while choosing actions that match their values. ACT is helpful for dealing with anger that keeps showing up and for clarifying what matters most.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thinking and to practice different behaviors. CBT gives concrete exercises and homework people can use between sessions to reduce reactivity and improve mood.
Motivational Interviewing helps when motivation is low or change feels overwhelming. It uses focused conversation to uncover reasons for change and to build small, realistic steps toward goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with clients to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means adapting exercises, pacing, and homework to what actually fits the client's life.
The practical benefit of online sessions is that therapy can fit into a busy schedule and everyday life. Confirm the session formats he currently offers before booking. Online work can make it easier to keep appointments during short breaks, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so people can focus on practicing new responses in real situations.
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include guilt and shame, motivation, men's issues, and certain mood and personality concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is practical and action-focused, using talk and exercises to build new habits. He emphasizes acceptance of feelings and steady behavioral change tied to personal values.
How much experience does he have?
He has 30 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He holds LPC and LCP credentials and practices in Iowa. The credentials are listed as CO LPC and KS LCP in his documentation.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.