Steven Clarke
Florida LMHC specializing in life transitions and relationships
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About
Steven Clarke is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Florida who focuses on helping people navigate significant life transitions and interpersonal challenges. With nine years of clinical work, he addresses a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family issues, addictions, and trauma. He also works with topics such as career difficulties, parenting, intimacy-related concerns, and compassion fatigue.
His approach integrates several evidence-informed methods, blending client-centered work with cognitive behavioral tools, dialectical behavior strategies, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic perspectives. This mix supports exploration of life purpose, improved communication within families and workplaces, and practical coping strategies tailored to individual circumstances. He places emphasis on collaborative planning and skill-building to help people manage transitions like divorce, midlife changes, and fatherhood adjustments.
Steven aims to create a straightforward, respectful therapeutic process that helps people clarify goals and develop actionable steps. He works with diverse issues across the lifespan, including aging and geriatric concerns, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, and workplace problems, while attending to emotional patterns connected to guilt, shame, forgiveness, and identity.
His approach integrates several evidence-informed methods, blending client-centered work with cognitive behavioral tools, dialectical behavior strategies, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic perspectives. This mix supports exploration of life purpose, improved communication within families and workplaces, and practical coping strategies tailored to individual circumstances. He places emphasis on collaborative planning and skill-building to help people manage transitions like divorce, midlife changes, and fatherhood adjustments.
Steven aims to create a straightforward, respectful therapeutic process that helps people clarify goals and develop actionable steps. He works with diverse issues across the lifespan, including aging and geriatric concerns, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, and workplace problems, while attending to emotional patterns connected to guilt, shame, forgiveness, and identity.
- Location:
- Florida, United States
- Years Experience:
- 9
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Grief, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Blended family issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Sexuality, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: FL LMHC MH18118
- NPI Number: 1588121222
- License: LMHC (Florida)
Remote care using collaborative, evidence-informed methods
Steven offers online sessions that combine client-centered listening with structured therapeutic techniques. He often uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, and dialectical behavior therapy skills to build emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Sessions are framed to prioritize the client’s goals and to translate insights into concrete practices for everyday life.
Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are also part of his toolkit. Mindfulness practices are introduced in accessible ways to increase awareness and reduce reactivity, while motivational interviewing supports clients who are considering change or struggling with ambivalence. These approaches are adapted collaboratively so that the pace and focus match what each person wants to work on, including matters related to relationships, career, grief, or caregiving.
Online appointments can be scheduled as video calls, by phone, live chat, or through text-based messaging. This variety allows clients to choose the mode that fits their communication preferences and life circumstances while maintaining a consistent therapeutic plan.
How long has Steven been practicing?
He has nine years of clinical experience as a practicing therapist.
What are his professional credentials?
Steven holds the credential LMHC and is licensed in Florida: FL LMHC MH18118.
Which languages does he use in therapy?
He conducts therapy in English.
Where is he based?
Steven is located in Florida.
In what ways can someone work with him remotely?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for remote work.
Does he accept clients outside the United States?
This profile indicates he is not accepting international clients.
How is pricing handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to connect with him.