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Steven Taylor, LPC
Missouri
LPC in Missouri - anxiety and trauma
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Trauma-informed care
About Steven
Steven Taylor is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Missouri with eight years of clinical experience. He works with people who face stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and grief. He also sees people with concerns around relationships, intimacy, eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, and self-esteem.
He uses clear, practical methods in sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is part of his approach, alongside client-centered and mindfulness-based techniques. He also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy and EMDR for trauma-related work when appropriate.
Steven focuses on helping people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. He helps clients try different ways of responding to tough situations. Sessions include straightforward conversation and skill practice rather than abstract theory.
He has experience supporting people with long-term conditions like chronic pain or cancer-related stress, and with issues tied to adoption, blended families, and caregiver burden. He also works with concerns such as codependency, commitment and control issues, and coping after disasters.
Sessions are structured around goals the client wants to reach. Steven uses brief exercises, problem-solving, and mindfulness practices to build skills between meetings. He encourages practical steps people can apply in daily life.
To begin, a short questionnaire and an initial scheduling step are used to match goals and plan the first session. The process is meant to get to work on real problems in a clear, organized way.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Steven uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve mood. CBT sessions tend to be structured and goal-focused, with practical homework between meetings.He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening and working from the client’s priorities to shape sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, useful for anger, relationship strain, and emotional regulation challenges.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. He will talk with the client about goals and preferences and suggest methods that fit those aims. The plan can be adjusted as therapy progresses so the approach stays useful and relevant.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find that structured CBT or DBT skill practice adapts well to remote sessions while still focusing on practical changes for daily life.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, and mood concerns including depression and bipolar disorder.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
He uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and to try alternative responses. Sessions include practical exercises and strategies aimed at changing patterns that keep problems going.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He holds an LPC credential and has eight years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including trauma, addictions, and chronic illness related stress.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and provides services from that location.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to start therapy?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.
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