S. Craig Hufford, LPC
Missouri LPC specializing in relationships and grief
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Grief and loss
About S. Craig Hufford
S. Craig Hufford is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with more than 25 years of professional experience. He focuses on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy challenges, grief and loss, and a wide range of family and life transitions. His practice also addresses trauma and abuse, parenting and fatherhood concerns, career and self-esteem difficulties, compassion fatigue, and related issues such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, and infertility.
Hufford approaches therapy from a perspective that honors each person as the expert of their own story, building on existing strengths to address what feels most challenging. He uses evidence-informed approaches to support clients working through difficult emotions, communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and experiences like divorce, infidelity, and end-of-life caregiving. Seeking help takes courage, and he aims to offer validation, practical guidance, and encouragement as people take steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Throughout his career, Hufford has worked to empower individuals and families to find workable strategies for coping, healing, and improving relationships, meeting people where they are while helping them move toward meaningful change.
Hufford approaches therapy from a perspective that honors each person as the expert of their own story, building on existing strengths to address what feels most challenging. He uses evidence-informed approaches to support clients working through difficult emotions, communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and experiences like divorce, infidelity, and end-of-life caregiving. Seeking help takes courage, and he aims to offer validation, practical guidance, and encouragement as people take steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Throughout his career, Hufford has worked to empower individuals and families to find workable strategies for coping, healing, and improving relationships, meeting people where they are while helping them move toward meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualityYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does S. Craig Hufford have?
S. Craig Hufford has 25 years of professional experience.
Is S. Craig Hufford a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPC credential. License details: MO LPC 2020041116.
In which languages does S. Craig Hufford provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is S. Craig Hufford located?
He is located in Missouri.
How can I work with S. Craig Hufford as my therapist?
You can work with S. Craig Hufford through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does S. Craig Hufford work with international clients?
S. Craig Hufford does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with S. Craig Hufford 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT helps people clarify what matters most to them and take committed action toward those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, grief, and life transitions by shifting focus from avoidance to meaningful living in the face of hardship.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It is often applied to anxiety, depression, stress management, and coping skills, offering concrete strategies to reframe thoughts and build healthier routines.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and helps clients access their own insights and strengths. This approach supports people working through relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, and major life changes.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and S. Craig Hufford works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they explore what feels most helpful, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Hufford is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, care responsibilities, or limited local options. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or another convenient location, and select the interaction style that fits each person’s comfort level and daily life.