Stephen Garman , LCPC, LPC

Stephen Garman is a licensed counselor holding LCPC and LPC credentials - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). He has worked with clients of all ages across crisis settings, substance abuse treatment, and pastoral counseling, bringing practical experience to a wide range of concerns.

His areas of focus include depression, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, parenting and teen issues, career concerns, and motivational coaching. He also supports people recovering from physical trauma or emotional abuse and addresses sleep difficulties and overall wellness. In addition to counseling, he is a certified diet and nutrition coach and integrates physical wellbeing and movement of mind and body when clients request that focus.

Stephen’s style is warm, interactive, and respectful. He combines multiple therapeutic methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s needs and personality. He approaches therapy as a coaching partnership - helping people move from their current circumstances toward the goals they set for themselves. He emphasizes compassion, sensitivity, and a belief in people’s capacity to grow and heal emotionally, physically, and spiritually. He welcomes those ready to take steps toward a more fulfilling life and offers steady support throughout that process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Stephen uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s goals and values guide the work. This approach emphasizes empathy and collaboration and can help with relationship issues, self-esteem, and navigating life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and coping with stress by teaching practical skills and exercises that can be applied between sessions.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It can be especially useful for managing strong emotions, improving communication, and reducing impulsive behaviors.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Stephen works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as they make progress.

Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access support from wherever clients are located within the permitted service area. Licensed professionals can use these tools to deliver focused, skill-based, and relationship-driven care that aligns with each client’s lifestyle.