Steven Forsyth , LPC

Steven Forsyth is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri with 25 years of clinical experience working with individuals and families across a broad range of concerns. He brings lived experience to his work, having entered recovery from alcohol and drug use on 5/13/1982 and beginning his addictions counseling career six years after that milestone. His clinical training began with Rational Emotive Therapy, which evolved into Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and expanded to include Narrative Therapy and Transactional Analysis. Over time he has added Motivational Interviewing, the Stages of Change model, Solution-Focused Therapy, relapse prevention strategies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems to his therapeutic toolbox. In November 2021 he completed certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) through the EMDRIA International Institute.

He approaches counseling holistically, viewing each person as a product of their life experiences and strengths, and emphasizes a positively enthusiastic outlook on life. During the COVID-19 pandemic he became conversant in telehealth methods and now offers flexible remote care. Steven works with issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, grief, mood disorders, ADHD, and many other challenges, tailoring his approach to each client's needs and goals.

Therapeutic approaches suited for online care

Steven Forsyth draws from several evidence-informed approaches that translate well to remote work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values, learn practical acceptance skills, and commit to meaningful actions; it is often used for anxiety, stress, coping with life changes, and issues that benefit from values-driven behavior change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical strategies and skill-building, and it is commonly applied to anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns, and addiction-related patterns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an integrative method for processing distressing memories and trauma-related symptoms; when appropriate, it can be adapted for remote sessions by trained practitioners.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Steven works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy feels relevant and workable for each person.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, to continue work during life transitions, and to connect across distances. Licensed professionals can deliver effective, structured treatment using these formats while tailoring interaction styles to each client's comfort and circumstances.