Steven Brokob , LPC

Steven Brokob is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia who brings more than a decade of clinical experience in community mental health settings. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University, and he previously served in the United States Marine Corps, which informs his understanding of military and veterans issues including PTSD and traumatic brain injury.

For the past five years he has worked in a crisis center, conducting evaluations in community settings and emergency rooms, and he is trained to address a wide range of concerns such as depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, anxiety and panic attacks, mood and thought disturbances, substance use, and personality disorders. He has experience working with clients across the lifespan - from children as young as four to older adults - and with people who have neurocognitive, intellectual, or developmental disabilities.

His practice is grounded in a person-centered approach that focuses on identifying strengths to empower and motivate change. He offers an empathic, non-judgmental style while helping clients recognize thinking patterns, link those patterns to daily habits and behaviors, and build awareness of emotions and mental processes. He also collaborates with clients to identify symptoms and develop practical coping skills.

Steven emphasizes that seeking help is a courageous step and that it is okay to not be okay. He aims to be present with clients, meet them where they are, and support them as they work toward their goals.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and treatment planning

Steven integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor online care to each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without fighting them while clarifying personal values and taking committed action - an approach often used for anxiety, stress, and chronic challenges. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration - the therapist creates a supportive environment and follows the client's goals to build self-awareness and confidence. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, and it provides practical strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and mood fluctuations.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist works collaboratively with each client to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. That may include blending elements from different approaches to create a personalized plan.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how care is delivered - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access therapists when in-person visits are difficult. Licensed professionals can use these options to support ongoing progress while adapting to each client's practical needs.