Steve Hammond , LPC

Steve Hammond is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with more than eleven years of experience who maintains a private practice in Georgia. He offers a steady, nonjudgmental presence, listens closely, asks focused questions, and helps people develop practical strategies to move forward when life feels overwhelming or stuck.

He has a particular interest in supporting couples facing communication breakdowns or breaches of trust and enjoys working with teenagers to uncover what motivates them. Steve creates a space to explore sexual orientation matters with honesty and care, approaching those conversations with sensitivity and openness.

Professionally he blends evidence-based psychological practices with his Christian faith, integrating well-researched therapeutic methods with personal values. He is not there to preach or judge; rather he emphasizes compassion, especially for people who have been hurt by religious communities. Across his work, Steve focuses on helping clients find clarity, repair relationships where possible, and build actionable plans for change.

Approaches That Guide Online Sessions with Steve Hammond

Steve draws on Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive, empathetic environment where the client's perspective leads the work. This approach helps when someone needs a space to process feelings and to feel genuinely heard. He also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing practical skills to change responses to stress, anxiety, and mood challenges. When emotional regulation and interpersonal difficulties are central concerns, elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are used to teach skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Steve collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and needs, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy stays relevant and responsive.

Online therapy with Steve is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or geographical limits. These modalities allow licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care, offer timely support during transitions, and make it easier to fit consistent sessions into everyday life.