- Years in practice
- 3
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Relationship issues
About Steven
Dr. Steven Mclain helps people facing stress, anxiety, parenting worries, addictions, and relationship or intimacy-related issues. He also supports people dealing with depression, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem struggles, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, and life transitions.
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas and offers sessions in English. Dr. Mclain uses practical, straightforward guidance in sessions.
He listens first, then works with each person to set clear goals and steps they can try between meetings.
Background and approach
Expect a focus on thoughts and behaviors, with room for exploring emotions and motivation when needed. His approach draws on client-centered listening, cognitive behavioral tools, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused methods. That means conversations that center the person's perspective, skill building to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors, encouragement to strengthen motivation for change, and careful attention to trauma histories when they matter.
Sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. The format is chosen to fit practical needs like fitting appointments into a workday or using a shorter check-in by message. Dr.
Mclain has three years of documented experience as an LPC in Texas. He explains his LPC credential as a licensed professional counselor. He works with people individually to address parenting concerns and other personal struggles, helping them find workable steps forward.
What Steven works with
Everything Steven lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Steven helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
Approaches Steven lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapeutic approaches fit into online care
Client-centered therapy focuses on hearing each person's experience and reflecting it back to help them gain clarity. This approach helps with parenting stress and relationship concerns by placing the client's views and goals at the center of each session.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, ADHD-related struggles, and managing mood swings.
Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about their goals and preferences, then try approaches that fit their situation. Adjustments are made over time based on what helps most.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful when visual connection helps the work. Phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a spoken conversation fits a schedule. Live chat and messaging allow brief check-ins, ongoing reflections between sessions, or a shorter way to follow up on goals. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy family and work lives.
Questions people ask about Steven
What issues does this therapist help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, relationship and intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and related areas like phobias and OCD.
What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?
Sessions emphasize client-centered listening and practical strategies. Cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing are used to build skills and clarify motivation, with trauma-focused attention when appropriate.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The profile lists three years of documented experience as an LPC in Texas.
What credential and location information is provided?
The clinician holds the LPC credential and practices in Texas.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Which session formats are available?
Appointments can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different scheduling needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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