Scott Shepherd , LPC

Scott Shepherd, MS, LPC, brings three decades of experience helping people navigate addictions, mood challenges, trauma, and the stresses that interfere with daily life. He has focused much of his career on working with individuals who face substance use and co-occurring disorders, supporting people of all ages as they confront depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger, and difficulties that can lead to impulsive or compulsive decisions.

Scott’s work centers on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a practical, skills-based approach that helps clients identify patterns of thinking and behavior, consider alternate perspectives, and choose interventions that fit their goals. He also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to build emotional regulation, increase motivation for change, and strengthen coping strategies. This combination aims to foster self-empowerment and sustainable progress rather than quick fixes.

He guides clients through life transitions, grief, childhood wounds, relationship and parenting challenges, and issues related to intimacy, self-esteem, and career. Scott emphasizes a collaborative process that honors each person’s values and pace, offering steady support while helping clients work toward a clearer sense of purpose and personal resilience.

Those seeking a methodical, experienced counselor will find a practitioner committed to practical tools, thoughtful reflection, and long-term healing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Scott Shepherd uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients notice unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, learn practical coping skills, and test new ways of responding to stressors; this approach is often used for anxiety, depression, and patterns related to substance use. He also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that can ease intense reactions and improve relationships. Motivational Interviewing is another key element of his work - a collaborative conversation style that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen their own motivation for change.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Scott will work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then tailor techniques so treatment fits the individual rather than forcing a single method.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility: sessions can occur by video call or phone, and shorter contacts are available through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access support from various locations while working toward meaningful change.