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Steven Shampain

Steven Shampain

LPC, LMHC

Tennessee

Practical, respectful therapy for real-life change

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At a glance

Credentials
LPC, LMHC
License
LPC, Tennessee / 4096; LMHC, Washington / LH 61666471
Experience
10 years
Languages
English
Location
Tennessee

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    • Motivational approach
    • Values-focused care
    • Ten years experience

    About Steven

    Steven Shampain is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Tennessee. He offers a listening ear and practical, forward-looking guidance for people feeling overwhelmed by life. His work is grounded in helping clients understand the reasons behind their thoughts and behaviors so they can make clear decisions about change.

    He centers sessions on curiosity and respect for each person's story. Steven says he will share parts of his own experience when it helps build trust and connection. He is comfortable discussing topics that matter to the client, including religion and politics when these affect wellbeing.

    His approach blends several evidence-informed methods to match what each person needs. He uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own motivations for change and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thinking patterns that get in the way. He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered techniques to help clients clarify values and feel heard.

    Steven has ten years of clinical experience supporting people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, addictions, grief, parenting strain, career concerns, ADHD, and issues around self-esteem and anger. He also focuses on codependency, drug and alcohol addiction, and men’s issues.

    Sessions are offered in English and take place with his Tennessee practice. He invites people who want a frank, respectful conversation about their life to reach out and begin the process of change.

  2. How Motivational and Acceptance-Based Work Translates Online

    Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change by exploring ambivalence and building intrinsic motivation. This approach can be useful for addictions, codependency, and when someone feels stuck about making a change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying values and taking small, practical steps toward them while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It often helps with anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

    Finding the right approach is a joint process. The therapist will listen to the client’s goals, try different techniques, and check in about what is helping. Treatment is shaped around the person’s needs and preferences rather than a single method imposed from the start.

    Confirm the specific session options before booking, as the profile does not list formats. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people choose a quieter time or avoid camera use if that helps them engage. Ask about the available session formats when scheduling so arrangements match daily life and practical needs.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesDepressionCoping with life changes

    Also works with

    AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesADHD

    Additional focus areas

    CodependencyDrug and alcohol addictionMen's issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Imago Relationship TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    10+ years

    Listed in

    Tennessee, Washington

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does this therapist help with?

    He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addictions, grief, parenting strain, career challenges, ADHD, self-esteem, anger, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include codependency, drug and alcohol addiction, and men’s issues.

    What is his therapeutic style like?

    His style is insight-driven and hope oriented. He uses a collaborative, respectful tone and aims to help people understand the why behind thoughts and behaviors.

    How much experience does he have?

    He has ten years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns related to mood, addiction, relationships, and life transitions.

    What credentials and location are listed?

    He holds LPC and LMHC credentials and practices in Tennessee. The listing shows TN LPC and WA LMHC LH as credential details.

    Which languages are supported for sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Are international clients accepted?

    International clients are not currently accepted.

    How does payment and cost work?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working together?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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