Scott Shepherd, LPC

Scott Shepherd, MS, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), brings 30 years of experience working in mental health and substance use treatment. He focuses on helping people who face challenges such as substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, stress and anger management, and difficult life changes that can lead to impulsive or compulsive decisions. Scott's practice spans work with all ages affected by addiction as well as individuals coping with trauma, grief, relationship and family struggles, parenting concerns, and issues around self-esteem and intimacy.

His primary clinical orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which he uses to help clients gain clearer awareness of the patterns that maintain their difficulties and to explore alternative ways of thinking and behaving. He also integrates Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-focused methods to tailor interventions to each person's needs. Scott emphasizes a collaborative stance, offering support while helping clients weigh options and identify the interventions that fit their goals.

Scott aims to guide people toward healing from wounds such as childhood trauma or loss, to rebuild perspective, and to move toward fulfilling personal and vocational goals. He frames therapy as a process of empowerment and partnership in which clients develop practical skills and new ways of relating to themselves and others.