
Scott Shepherd
Experienced addictions and trauma counselor
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Experienced addictions and trauma counselor
Start with Scott ShepherdLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Scott Shepherd is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in South Carolina with 30 years of experience in mental health and substance use treatment. He works with individuals across the lifespan who face challenges such as addictions, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, relationship and family conflicts, anger and stress management, parenting and intimacy-related concerns, self-esteem struggles, and career difficulties.
He holds a state professional counseling credential in South Carolina (SC LPC 8734), reflecting his licensure to provide clinical care. Scott centers his work in cognitive behavioral therapy, helping clients increase awareness of the patterns that contribute to their difficulties, explore alternative perspectives, and choose interventions that fit their goals. He also integrates rational emotive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused techniques, and trauma-focused CBT to tailor treatment to each person.
Scott describes his role as a supportive partner during the therapeutic process, assisting clients as they work toward healing from childhood wounds, managing change, overcoming substance use and co-occurring disorders, and moving toward a renewed outlook on life. He provides services via phone, video, live chat, and messaging to accommodate different needs and preferences.
For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person care. It offers practical advantages that can make consistent treatment easier to maintain.
One key benefit is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in whatever format fits their routine and comfort level: video sessions, phone calls, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options helps therapy fit into busy schedules and different personal preferences.
All participating clinicians are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they feel a different fit would be better. For many individuals, online therapy provides an accessible, effective way to pursue support for everyday mental health concerns.