- CBT methods
- Acceptance work
- Trauma processing
About Steven
Steven Forsyth is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with 25 years of experience. He works with adults on problems such as anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, grief, intimacy concerns, and relationship and family issues. He also addresses sleep and eating problems, ADHD, self-esteem, and the challenges that come with life changes.
Forsyth draws on many methods in his practice. He uses cognitive behavioral ideas to spot and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. He also uses acceptance and mindfulness-based techniques to help people notice difficult thoughts without getting carried away by them.
He has long experience in addiction counseling and describes a path into counseling that began after his own recovery. That history informs his work with relapse prevention, motivation to change, and substance use concerns. He also incorporates EMDR, a structured method some people use to process trauma and painful memories.
In sessions he favors straightforward, practical conversations. He pays attention to how a person’s life story, relationships, and current routines shape behavior. Treatment conversations often include setting small goals, practicing new responses, and using mindfulness exercises between meetings.
People looking to address anger, resentment, or repeated outbursts will find a practitioner who combines cognitive techniques, acceptance-based strategies, and trauma-informed methods. He also offers help with motivation, coping skills, and rebuilding routines after setbacks.
How his clinical approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice painful thoughts and choose actions that reflect their values. It is useful for anger that stems from rigid control attempts or avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying thought patterns and habits that feed anger, then practicing alternative responses and behavioral experiments to reduce reactivity. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is a structured approach some people use to process traumatic memories that can underlie intense emotional reactions.Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your goals and try different methods to see what fits. Together you decide which combination of techniques to use and adjust the plan based on what helps most in daily life.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten commute time, and allow brief check-ins when a full in-person visit is difficult. Some people prefer sessions that focus on skill practice and homework, while others use online meetings for trauma processing or motivational work. The therapist’s experience with telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic means he has adapted his methods for remote sessions and can help you find a practical way to work together.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to anger?
He works with anger alongside stress, relationship conflict, resentment, and impulse challenges. Anger is listed among many areas he helps people manage.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He uses practical, talk-based sessions that mix cognitive behavioral strategies with acceptance and mindfulness tools. Sessions often include goal setting and practice between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of clinical experience, including long work in addiction counseling and relapse prevention. His background includes a path into counseling after personal recovery.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the designation MO LPC and practices in Missouri.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on your location.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.