Steven Van Schaick
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
About Steven
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and trauma specialist with over 10 years of experience working with individuals experiencing varying levels of unwanted mental health obstacles. An office and couch was not my style to impact others, so I built my career coming to them, working with clients inside residential treatment, in-patient psychiatric, and in-home counseling with high risk families. By having worked for the high risk community, I can say not only have I heard “almost” all, but I’ve been there and carried some of the battle scars too. I’ve always preferred environments where I’ve had to give my best work but work fast with client’s who did not have the time or patience for a more drawn out treatment.
It’s been my desire to specialize with those clients who were dealt the most challenging of hands. I guess you can say those are my people. I’m accustomed to working in areas of depressive episodes, panic and anxiety, broken family relationships, life stressors, parenting issues, abnormal psychiatric, spiritual issues, and traumatic experiences.
While I may utilize multiple evidence based treatment strategies, inner healing doesn’t come in a box, and is different for everyone. I believe the best therapy is done through having as much first hand experience in the trenches with what it is that we are working on. Some wisdom can only be gained by experiencing.
Is this counseling or therapy? Counseling may look like just casual chatting back and forth via messaging as some seem to prefer to have a second party help them look at their life. For others focusing on more significant distresses, therapy could consist of the traditional order: a more comprehensive session to identify the sometimes hidden roots of the problem (what sustains it) and then at your readiness some live sessions to begin the work to promote your mind and body Healing, Our Head is still attached to our body, so for some it may be necessary to take re-ownership of both components.
But you may be thinking: Therapy doesn’t really work, I’m not a mushy feelings type of person… You’re in good company; We’re just re-learning balance. You used to have it! Finding again that place of optimal functioning. If your mind rattled your world enough to get you to even consider therapy, it’s more likely you have a talent for a very strong mind, but you may just need to learn to control your power.
Our professional relationship and your trust in my care for people and confidence to help them overcome, I hold as my greatest skills.
What Steven helps with
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Social anxiety and phobia
How Steven works
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “Steven is an excellent therapist.”
- “Steven is a very kind, knowledgeable, and caring therapist. He has helped me process several issues and struggles I've had and then suggested ideas and new paths forward. I look forward to meeting with him every time and strongly recommend him as a therapist.”
- “Within the time I worked with Steven, I was able to learn and uncover so much about myself that I never even realized I had. From training me to rely less on my emotional mind to explaining where my origin of being overly guilty came from, Steven showed me many things that I’ll lean on and remember for bettering my life. I couldn’t recommend him enough, he’s a wonderful Godly person who has the utmost interest in helping.”
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- “He is very helpful to talk to and know a lot of information”
- “Steven meets you where you are at and asks the right questions to aid in the process of self-discovery and acquisition of deeper awareness. I have tried working with numerous therapists in the past, but Steven was the only one who could truly get me. He isn't busy taking notes, he truly listens with his heart and remembers details about our sessions. I am beyond grateful!”
- “All of his special areas of expertise, was spot on. I can’t wait to see what happens next!”
- “Steven and I have been working for a few months now over several sessions. He has helped me a tremendous amount in channeling my inner emotions and being able to communicate them well while also bringing different perspectives.”
- “Steve is a n excellent therapist.”
- “Steve, is an active listener and able to add valuable guidance and interpretation.”
- “I can honestly say I strongly recommend Steven because I have recommended him to someone. Great Godly man and incredibly smart.”
- “Working with Steven has been the first time in my life that I’ve actually connected with a therapist. He’s helped me understand parts of myself I’ve avoided for years — my relationship patterns, my drinking, the “high horse” I’ve lived on, and the pressure of always trying to be the coolest guy in the room. For the first time, I’ve been able to slow down, face my fears, and really look inward without feeling judged.<br /> <br /> Steven has supported me through some of the most difficult emotional moments I’ve ever experienced, especially around my breakup and rebuilding my sense of identity. He challenges me in a way that feels honest but encouraging, and he genuinely wants to see me grow — not just mentally, but spiritually as well. Strengthening my relationship with God and becoming the best version of myself finally feels possible with the work we’re doing.<br /> <br /> I’m truly grateful for him. This is the first time therapy has actually felt like a life-changing experience.”
- “Really patient and insightful. Super supportive.”
- “Steven is honest and straightforward and does a really great job helping me get through all the problems I have.”
- “Steven has been great! We were looking for a cognitive therapist to help us with our 18 year old son, and it has really helped. We are so glad we found him.”
- “Steve and the program are very professional and clinically helpful.”
These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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