Stephen Garman, LCPC, LPC
Missouri licensed counselor helping life transitions
- Anxiety and stress
- Addiction support
- Trauma informed care
About Stephen Garman
Stephen Garman is a licensed counselor based in Missouri who brings a warm, interactive, and coaching-oriented style to therapy. He holds LCPC and LPC credentials - both state licenses to practice professional counseling - and has worked in crisis settings, pastoral counseling, and with clients facing substance abuse concerns. He has experience helping people of all ages, including teens, and supports those dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, career questions, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, and issues related to addiction and coping with life changes.
Stephen blends practical therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with client-centered methods, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s strengths, personality, and goals. He also draws on experience addressing motivational concerns, specific teen issues, and physical trauma recovery. As a certified diet and nutrition coach he incorporates attention to sleep and physical wellbeing when that aligns with a client’s objectives, supporting improvements in both mental and physical functioning.
Stephen frames therapy as a collaborative journey in which he serves as a coach and partner, offering respect, sensitivity, and compassion while helping clients move from where they are to where they want to be. He emphasizes a holistic view of healing that includes emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects, and he welcomes those ready to take the first steps toward greater fulfillment and resilience.
Stephen blends practical therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with client-centered methods, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s strengths, personality, and goals. He also draws on experience addressing motivational concerns, specific teen issues, and physical trauma recovery. As a certified diet and nutrition coach he incorporates attention to sleep and physical wellbeing when that aligns with a client’s objectives, supporting improvements in both mental and physical functioning.
Stephen frames therapy as a collaborative journey in which he serves as a coach and partner, offering respect, sensitivity, and compassion while helping clients move from where they are to where they want to be. He emphasizes a holistic view of healing that includes emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects, and he welcomes those ready to take the first steps toward greater fulfillment and resilience.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Stephen Garman have?
Stephen Garman has 3 years of experience.
Is Stephen Garman a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credentials LCPC and LPC. License details: KS LCPC LCPC 03589, MO LPC 2018034146.
In which languages does Stephen Garman provide therapy?
Stephen provides therapy in English.
Where is Stephen Garman located?
Stephen is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Stephen Garman as my therapist?
You can work with Stephen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Stephen Garman work with international clients?
Stephen Garman does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stephen Garman cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Stephen commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening closely, validating a person’s experience, and creating a supportive space where clients steer the pace and focus of their work. This approach is helpful for building self-awareness, strengthening self-esteem, and navigating relationship or life-transition concerns.
He also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop concrete skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT often includes problem-solving, behavior changes, and techniques for shifting perspectives to improve daily functioning.
Finding the best therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Stephen works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts plans over time so therapy stays relevant and effective for the individual.
Online therapy with Stephen is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules. These options increase accessibility and flexibility, allowing ongoing work on coping skills, relapse prevention, communication, and emotional regulation from locations that suit the client.