Steven Nordeen , LPC

Steven Nordeen is a licensed counselor (LPC) and a certified rehabilitation counselor practicing in Wisconsin. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, a state license to provide professional counseling; the certified rehabilitation counselor credential indicates specialized training in helping people address vocational and functional challenges. He combines formal training with a range of practical life and work experiences to support clients facing complex concerns.

He has worked as a counselor with the state's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and spent approximately four years in the Madison, WI community as a case manager and forensic mental health counselor, assisting people with severe and persistent mental illnesses as they navigated wellness and the court system. Earlier roles include service as an agent for the Department of Corrections, work as a trained financial planner, and holding a license as an airplane mechanic (A&P). He has also taken on hands-on jobs such as moving pianos in Houston, TX, which contribute to a grounded, pragmatic perspective on work and life.

Nordeen's approach is strongly client-centered and influenced by Rogerian humanistic psychology. He emphasizes unconditional positive regard, clear thinking, and straightforward honesty, viewing the therapeutic relationship as collaborative rather than directive. His practice focuses on issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and compassion fatigue, with additional attention to concerns like chronic pain, communication problems, first responder issues, men's issues, and end-of-life counseling. He is accepting new clients in Wisconsin and offers services in English.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening with empathy and supporting each person's own goals and strengths. It helps people who need a respectful, nonjudgmental space to explore stress, self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical skills to manage anxiety, stress, and problems with mood or behavior. CBT is often useful for clients seeking concrete strategies and short-term symptom relief.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented approach that helps people resolve mixed feelings about change. It is commonly used with addiction, ambivalence about healthy choices, and when someone wants support finding internal motivation to move forward.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Steven Nordeen works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts techniques as the work progresses to support practical, meaningful change.

Online therapy with licensed professionals and therapists offers flexibility for busy schedules and clients in different locations within the state. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow sessions to happen at times and in formats that suit a client's life, making consistent care more accessible while preserving the collaborative therapeutic relationship.