Scott Shepherd , LPC

Scott Shepherd, MS, LPC, brings three decades of experience in mental health and substance use treatment to his work with individuals and families. He focuses on helping people who face challenges such as substance abuse, depression, anxiety, PTSD, stress and anger management, and the kinds of impulsive or compulsive decisions that can follow from those struggles. He has extensive experience supporting clients of all ages who are coping with substance use and co-occurring disorders.

Scott centers his work on cognitive behavioral strategies that increase awareness of patterns, open up alternative perspectives, and help clients choose interventions that fit their lives. He blends cognitive techniques with Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed practices to foster self-empowerment. Throughout treatment he emphasizes support and collaboration, aiming to be an encouraging presence as clients navigate difficult change.

His goals include helping people pursue their fullest potential, process wounds from childhood trauma, address grief and loss, and regain a renewed perspective on life. Scott’s approach aims to combine practical skill-building with compassionate guidance so clients can move toward lasting, meaningful change.

Online Therapeutic Approaches and Flexible Care

Scott Shepherd commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and he draws on Motivational Interviewing when helping clients find internal motivation for change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and building practical skills to shift patterns, often useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills, which can help with anger, self-harm tendencies, and intense emotional reactions. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that helps people clarify their own reasons for change and build readiness for recovery, especially useful for addictions and ambivalence about treatment.

Scott approaches treatment as a collaborative process - finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work he does with each client. He tailors techniques to a person’s goals, needs, and preferences and adjusts plans as progress and circumstances evolve.

Online therapy with Scott can be delivered by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions, and access consistent support from licensed professionals regardless of location.