Steve earned his Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Assemblies of God Theological Seminary and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri. Steve is trained in EMDR, an evidence-based approach to treating trauma and a variety of other mental health concerns and symptoms.

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He is also trained in the curriculum of Saving Your Marriage before It Starts (SYMBIS). This includes a thorough assessment, report, and session(s) with the therapist that addresses compatibility, relational strengths, and potential red flags in relationships. It can be used for both seriously dating and already married couples.

 

Steve’s areas of practice also include treating simple and complex trauma, symptoms of anxiety, autism, loss, major life changes, PTSD, depressive disorders, and marital/relationship distress. Steve uses a variety of interventions and counseling approaches and adjusts them to meet the needs of individual clients. Steve looks at his role as bringing a caring heart to come alongside in assisting people who are seeking help in their struggles and desires to grow and change. He sees clients in his office setting and is available for Telehealth video sessions when appropriate. He works with a wide variety of ages and backgrounds.