- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Sleep and motivation
About Stephen
Stephen Garman is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Kansas and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with three years of practice experience. He works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship strain, parenting challenges, grief, trauma and anger. Stephen uses straightforward conversation and practical steps rather than clinical jargon. He speaks English and practices in Missouri.
Stephen draws on client-centered methods to build a working relationship. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try new responses. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. Sessions are often focused on small, doable changes rather than sweeping promises.
He has experience in crisis work and with substance misuse, and he has provided pastoral counseling. That background informs how he responds when emotions feel overwhelming or a relapse is possible. He also addresses sleep problems, motivation, and physical-wellness goals that affect mood and impulse control.
Stephen commonly helps people handling anger that shows up at work, at home, or after loss or trauma. He pays attention to communication patterns, impulsivity, and how stress builds over time. Expect a practical focus - learning skills, testing them between sessions, and tracking what helps.
People meet him for brief targeted work or longer support depending on their goals. His style favors clear steps, repeated practice, and checking what actually changes day to day.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a collaborative relationship. In practice he uses it to understand what matters to the person and to shape goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets thinking and behavior patterns; online sessions can review specific thoughts, set small experiments, and track results between meetings. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance that can be taught, practiced, and rehearsed during remote meetings.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the early work. He will discuss goals, stressors, and what the client prefers, then try methods that fit those needs. The choice of techniques is collaborative and can evolve as the client tests what helps in daily life.
The original profile did not list specific session formats, so confirm which formats are offered before booking. Online work is often useful for fitting sessions into a busy schedule, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and reducing travel time. It also lets people practice skills where they live and bring concrete examples back to the next meeting. Licensed professionals generally adapt exercises, homework, and tracking tools to make remote sessions practical and focused on real-world change.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Missouri, Oklahoma, Kansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and parenting concerns, trauma, grief, sleep problems, ADHD, and anger among other issues.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a practical, conversation-based style that focuses on skills and small changes. Sessions draw on client-centered ways of working alongside CBT and DBT techniques.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional counseling experience, including crisis work and work with substance misuse and pastoral counseling contexts.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LCPC in Kansas and LPC in Missouri and practices in Missouri.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.