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Viva Steed

Viva Steed

LPC

Georgia

A motivating, practical counselor for change

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At a glance

Credentials
LPC
License
LPC, Georgia / LPC008433
Experience
24 years
Languages
English
Location
Georgia

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    • Motivation focused
    • Practical tools
    • Collaborative pace

    About Viva

    Viva Steed is a licensed professional counselor in Georgia who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, low self-esteem, and work-related strain. She also supports clients seeking motivation, confidence building, and executive or professional coaching. Her style aims to be direct and warm so people can start making small changes right away.

    Viva draws on approaches like Motivational Interviewing and Client-Centered Therapy to meet clients where they are and follow their priorities. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques to help people notice patterns and practice new habits. Solution-Focused Therapy helps keep sessions goal-oriented and practical.

    Sessions are framed around creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through. Viva emphasizes collaboration - clients set the pace and goals while she offers guidance, questions, and exercises that fit each person’s life. The work can include short skill-building exercises, reflective conversation, and planning steps to try between meetings.

    With 24 years of experience, she brings a steady, experienced presence while keeping the process straightforward. Viva focuses on building motivation and practical tools so clients can handle daily stressors and move toward clearer priorities.

    If you want a therapist who combines motivation-focused methods with practical strategies, Viva can help you identify next steps and practice them in everyday life.

  2. Motivation and practical strategies for online care

    Viva uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify their own reasons for change and build internal motivation. This approach focuses on asking questions, reflecting back what someone says, and supporting self-directed goals. Client-Centered Therapy is another thread in her work, emphasizing a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the client’s priorities lead the conversation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, used alongside these methods, helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors to reduce anxiety and manage stress.

    Finding the right approach is part of the process. Viva collaborates with clients to choose which methods to use, adjusting based on needs, goals, and personal preference. That collaboration ensures sessions stay practical and relevant rather than following a fixed script.

    If you are considering online work, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists aim to help clients practice skills between meetings so progress can extend into everyday routines.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemCoachingCompassion fatigue

    Additional focus areas

    Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    24+ years

    Listed in

    Georgia

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of concerns does she work with?

    She helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and coaching for professional growth. Additional areas include caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, and workplace issues.

    What is her general approach in sessions?

    Her approach is collaborative and goal-focused, using open conversation and practical steps. Sessions often involve exploring motivation, building skills, and setting small actions to try between meetings.

    How long has she practiced as a counselor?

    She has 24 years of professional work experience in counseling and coaching settings.

    What credential does she hold and where is she based?

    She is an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and practices in Georgia.

    Which languages are supported for sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can I work with her from outside the United States?

    International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided within her regional practice.

    How are fees and payment handled?

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

    How do I begin working with her?

    Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then 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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