Therapist profile
Steven Armstrong, LPC
Georgia
Licensed Professional Counselor - Anger and Anxiety
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Georgia / LPC015616
- NPI1811784275
- Experience7 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationGeorgia
About
- CBT strategies
- ACT focus
- Motivational work
About Steven
Steven Armstrong is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with seven years of clinical experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship concerns, and LGBT issues. He also supports people facing grief, career strain, addiction, and major life changes.
Steven keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He listens first, then helps people notice patterns that keep problems going. He uses clear techniques to build coping skills, reduce reactivity, and practice new ways of responding when frustration rises.
Clients can expect a focus on real-world problems such as snapping at a partner, resentment at work, or struggling to manage someone else’s anger at home. Conversations aim to identify triggers, test small changes, and strengthen everyday strategies for calmer responses. Motivational work is used when someone needs help finding momentum after setbacks.
Steven blends several approaches in session. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps spot unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports making values-based choices even with difficult feelings present. Client-Centered methods keep the conversation grounded in what matters to the person in front of him.
He draws on experience across substance use, trauma, intimacy-related issues, and blended family concerns. Sessions are aimed at practical progress rather than abstract theory. To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first appointment to see how it fits.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Steven often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors that reduce anger and anxiety. CBT is useful for tackling workplace frustration, snapping at loved ones, and persistent negative thinking.He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice difficult emotions without letting those emotions dictate their actions. ACT can help someone keep acting toward personal values even when anger or shame is present. Client-Centered methods shape the session tone, with the therapist following the person's concerns and priorities.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will explore goals, past attempts, and personal preferences, then recommend techniques to try together. If one method doesn't fit, adjustments are made based on what helps in practice.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work, use shorter check-ins when time is tight, or avoid travel on busy days. Therapists and licensed professionals commonly adapt methods like CBT and ACT to work effectively in remote sessions, focusing on skills you can use between meetings.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and LGBT related concerns, plus grief, addiction, and life changes.
What is his general therapy style?
Sessions are practical and conversational, using listening first and then teaching skills to change patterns that cause anger and distress.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional work experience as a licensed counselor in Georgia.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Georgia and practices from that state.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided to clients within the therapist's practice region.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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