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Scott Shepherd, LPC
South Carolina
Licensed counselor - addictions and trauma
See online therapy options- CBT focused
- DBT skills
- Motivational interviewing
About Scott
Scott Shepherd, LPC, has 30 years of experience supporting people in South Carolina. He focuses on struggles with substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, anger, and impulsive or compulsive behaviors. Scott also addresses parenting concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and grief.
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. He invites clients to look at situations from different angles and try specific, manageable steps to respond differently. Scott also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to build coping skills and strengthen motivation for change.
In sessions he breaks problems into concrete parts. He helps people spot triggers, test beliefs, and practice new behaviors between meetings. He offers straightforward feedback and teaches skills such as emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and problem-solving.
Scott has worked in mental health and substance use fields for three decades. That experience includes supporting people with co-occurring disorders and process addictions. He commonly addresses family-of-origin concerns, codependency, first responder stress, and issues tied to shame and guilt.
People who choose him get a direct, skills-focused approach. Scott aims to help clients set clear goals and track progress. He encourages gradual, sustainable changes rather than quick fixes.
How his approaches translate to online work
Scott commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in practical ways. CBT focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and testing small changes. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and substance use patterns. DBT emphasizes skills for managing intense emotions, reducing impulsive actions, and tolerating distress without making things worse. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify what matters and increase readiness for change. That approach is brief and goal oriented, often useful when someone is unsure about tackling substance use or other big changes. Deciding which approach to use is collaborative; he and the client review goals and try methods that fit the situation. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into daily life. They can cut travel time, allow shorter check-ins on busy days, and make it simpler to keep consistent appointments. Specific session formats were not listed in the profile, so confirm current online options before booking. The therapist will work with the client to pick an approach and schedule that fits their routine and goals.Areas of expertise
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He most often helps with substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, anger, and impulsive behaviors. The profile also lists parenting, intimacy, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and grief.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, try different responses, and practice new behaviors between sessions. Sessions focus on concrete steps and measurable progress.
What is his professional background?
He has 30 years of experience working in mental health and substance use fields, including supporting people with co-occurring disorders and process addictions.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - and the profile lists South Carolina as his location.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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