Hello, name is Steve. I am a professional licensed counselor. I have worked with all ages. I have worked in crisis and with substance abuse. I have also worked with pastoral counseling. . My expertise includes dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, motivational counseling, and specific teen issues. I also help many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating you with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines many counseling approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality therapy, ACT therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique, specific needs and personality.
I am also a certified diet and nutrition coach, I help with sleep problems, and work with clients interested in improving their physical condition through exercise of the mind and body.
I believe you have the innate ability to rise above your problems. I am here as a coach to take you from where you are in life to where you want to be. I believe that in order to be truly healed and healthy we all need an approach that heals us emotionally, physically, and spiritually. My compassionate, positive, and personal approach will make you feel comfortable and in control.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
Additional areas of focus:Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Cancer, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia
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Best therapist I've ever had
Written on Feb 04, 2026 after therapy with Stephen for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I've had Steve for years now. He is patient and easy to talk to. He's always booked in advance so if you can get him, you're lucky!
Written on Jan 18, 2026 after therapy with Stephen for 3 years and 10 months on issues concerning addictions, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Helpful, knowledgeable, and overall amazing and supportive. I have had Steven as my therapist for almost 4 years now. His support has been huge in me moving forward with what God has for me!
Written on Jan 12, 2026 after therapy with Stephen for 3 years and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Just had my first virtual session with Steve and quite enjoyed it. I felt at ease and comfortable with talking with him. Fun and funny, but seems to still get the job done and will tell it like it is; which is what I need. Thank you, and look forward to talking with you next time.
Written on Jan 07, 2026 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
I would highly recommend Stephen as a therapist! He is incredibly professional and has kept me focused on the most important goals that we’ve set during our sessions.
Written on Dec 26, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Considerate, Kind, and extremely knowledgeable. I was dreading this after trying therapy before, but I’ve felt that with him I’ve finally made serious progress.
Written on Dec 03, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Steve is an excellent counselor. I appreciate his guidance and approach to therapy. Engaging and thought provoking conversations can be expected, drawn from real life experiences, scripture, and his education. Expect to be challenged to better yourself. I hope his continued efforts assist others.
Written on Nov 27, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
He is phenomenal at what he does and I look forward to every meeting.
Written on Oct 22, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Steve has been great so far. I am very fortunate He is my therapist.
Written on Oct 21, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Wow!!! Every session I leave feeling lighter and stronger.
Written on Sep 23, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 1 month on issues concerning grief
Stephen Garman has been helping me to go through my childhood loneliness situation. This make me feel that I am on the border of my relationship most of the time, but it's all about my trauma instead a real thing.
Sorry for my unpolished English. It's not my first language but I strongly recommend Stephen!
Written on Sep 03, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Stephen is great. He actively listens to me and works hard to help me to be a better me.
Written on Sep 02, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
He understands me and what I’m going through and explains to me a plan to help me get better.
Written on Aug 26, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Stephen Garman has been a very helpful and knowledgable professional that had helped me tackle my personal issues and concerns with decisiveness and a clear sense of direction
Written on Jul 23, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 5 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Very empathetic and genuine. Proactive and non judgmental.
Written on Jul 08, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions
Stephen and BetterHelp is a true gift. Thorough counseling at the convenience of my schedule and location!
Written on Jul 01, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Great therapist!
Written on Jun 27, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Stephen is a great help and he understand and gives me advice that couple help.
Written on Jun 14, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, and adhd
Stephen has been and continues to be an invaluable part of my healing journey.
Written on Jun 10, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Mr. Garman has been very helpful and very professional.
Written on Jun 06, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
Steve is very professional and caring
Written on Jun 03, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
I've done this before, and my opinion remains the same: I would be lost without Stephen's guidance, support, and expertise.
Written on May 14, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and family conflicts
When I first met Stephen it was like I already knew him. He is open and easy to talk to. I wish I had joined and met him before. Thank you Better Help and Thank you Stephen.
Written on Apr 28, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Stephen helped me get my feet back underneath me when it felt like my world was falling apart. He provided good advice and support, and he listened to my desire for biblical guidance in my counseling sessions. A good therapist for anyone who needs good advice. Unfortunately our schedules didn’t really line up very well.
Written on Apr 07, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and self esteem
Stephen is a great therapist
Written on Feb 15, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and adhd
Stephen is a great counselor I have him for a short period of time but I enjoyed my time with him! He is great!
Written on Feb 14, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Stephen is a great listener and can relate. He seems to have a great perspective and we have been able to connect.
Written on Jan 29, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Stephen is great. My biggest thing that I didn’t want to happen in therapy was bland questions and for me to talk the entire time. I think Stephen does a good job with listening and with encouraging. I want to hear from someone who can provide me wisdom, and offer up activities or advice for me throughout my week. I believe that when I hang up from our sessions, I feel good about the time spent, I feel encouraged for the next session and to come back with more than just sob stories. I believe that Stephen is also really good about pointing out victories that I have glanced over, when I may be hyper focused on my failures or short-comings. One of the first things that Stephen ever told me was, “it’s not about perfection, it’s about maturity.” That piece of wisdom that he shared with me, changed the way I looked at a lot of things and how I approach growth.
Written on Jan 22, 2025 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
He is exactly what I had in mind when looking at therapy. He has mindfulness and foresight. He cares and remember previous sessions. My life is on the up and up in a very positive direction since starting therapy with him. Mr. Garman has a gift.
Written on Dec 18, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Stephen has been played a critical roll in my journey, He provides invite insight on all matters and is genuinely invested in providing you a healthier life mind and soul.
I love his biblical insight and knowledge while still incorporating modern knowledge and resources. He feels safe and is willing to address anything you are facing.
Written on Dec 01, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Stephen has been a positive figure in my life. He has been instrumental to the progress I have made in my progress.
Written on Nov 02, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and adhd
Stephen is very easy to talk with. He doesn’t just listen. Gives me new ways to think. I feel I’m on a road to success
Written on Aug 26, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and grief
Although I'm just starting a therapy journey, it's been helpful, I expect it will get even better as I learn more about healthy relationships.
Written on Jul 25, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Stephen Garman has been a great therapist to work with! After our first session I was amazed at how well we were matched. Stephen is a great listener. He is friendly, knowledgeable, and empathatic. He has offered great suggustions to help me work through some anxiety issues.
Written on Jun 24, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Stephen is supportive and understands where I am coming from. He makes me feel like we are on the same team.
Written on Jun 24, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, and adhd
Steve is very sincere and charismatic and always challenges me in ways to help me grow. Very wonderful Christian man, whom I can relate to with on so many topics . Very grateful for him
Written on Jun 11, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and
A great help to me in difficult times. Highly recommend
Written on May 02, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 9 months on issues concerning addictions, and self esteem
Kind and caring man who truly cares about you.
Written on Apr 27, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Stephen is a great therapist with biblical advice and empathy.
Written on Mar 16, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 1 year and 3 months
He is absolutely amazing!
Written on Feb 22, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Stephen is great!
Written on Jan 31, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and self esteem
Stephen is very helpful. He provides biblical counseling. He really listens and cares about his clients.
Written on Jan 08, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 3 months
Excellent therapist and platform
Written on Oct 31, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, coaching, and adhd
Fantastic to my life. Glad to have him in my life.
Written on Aug 31, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Stephan is a blessing. He radiates with love, kindness, and understanding in a calm and relaxed attitude. He is very knowledgeable about Christ. I highly recommend.
Written on Aug 11, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 1 year on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Steve has provided me with some helpful tools. I especially appreciate his ability and willingness to incorporate scripture into our conversations.
Written on Jul 08, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Stephen is very patient and understanding and validates my experience.
Written on Jul 07, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Steven is very nice and understands what I’m going through and is helping me greatly
Written on May 08, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and bipolar disorder
He's very attentive and patient when he is listening to what you are discussing. He is very professional as well as being able to be empathetic. A great therapist and one I hope others would see on a regular basis as I try to.
Written on Mar 17, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Whilst I'm just getting started working with Stephen, I have found him very easy to speak to and he is very thorough and thoughtful in his responses. I feel very comfortable with him and we are already making advances in the things I was hoping to.
Written on Mar 15, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
Steve is the best! He helped me identify and provided me tools to deal with family issues and complexities. He was friendly, warm, reassuring, and honest. This was my first experience with therapy and I could not be happier with Steve. Genuinely sad to be ending our conversations together, but excited to go take on life with the tools Steve provided. If you get put with Steve, just know you are in good hands!
Written on Feb 13, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Stephen has gotten me through some tough times after my relationship ended. He's given me great advice and ways to improve myself. He always challenges me to be a better person.
Written on Feb 02, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
He has been so knowledgeable
Written on Jan 12, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 3 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts
Stephen really pays attention to the things that you say and listens for the key words that might have been said. Strongly recommend!
Written on Jan 02, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and adhd
Mr. Garman is a pleasure to work with. Kind and compassionate all the time.
Written on Dec 16, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 3 months
Stephen has helped me with anger and frustration. I've learned how to communicate better with his help. I've also become better at thinking things through and respond to situations instead of reacting negatively.
Written on Dec 07, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger management
Stephen is the first therapist that made me feel heard and showed genuine compassion. I am extremely satisfied with every therapy session I have with him.
Written on Dec 02, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I think I happened to get really lucky with Stephen as this was my first time ever considering therapy. I was quite skeptical before about therapy, but Stephen was very good from the beginning. He is very good at interacting with people, warm friendly, and gives some great advice. I like him a lot, and although we didn't see eye to eye with everything, thats to be expected; he nonetheless was very helpful
Written on Nov 15, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Stephan is a amazing therapist with great insight on both a spiritual and clinical perspective. He is very respectful and will encourage good techniques that can be applied to any situations. I highly recommend him for spiritual therapy!
Written on Sep 14, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks
I trust Stephen’s guidance with the problems that I raise and I feel like he has given me many tools to deal with my life and my old ways of dealing with my challenges.
Written on Sep 11, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Great
Written on Aug 16, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks
Stephen continues to surprise me in many ways. His insight, kindness, and thoughtfulness have helped me through some of the hardest times of my life.
Written on Jul 26, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Very understanding and has been a great help
Written on Jul 07, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and sleeping disorders
Stephen Garman is very friendly and kind. He fully listens and understands. He doesn't judge you and brings everything back to how to help you. I have full confidence that my time with Stephen will be beneficial.
Written on Jun 28, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks
Stephen is a very empathetic listener and incorporates faith and real world advice Into our sessions. Would recommend to anyone
Written on May 31, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Terrible... first time in therapy and I suffer greatly from anxiety and his advice was "breathe and imagine a happy place". If I could imagine a happy place, I wouldn't be depressed. When I let him know I wasn't able to "find my happy place", he blamed me... which is exactly what I need. Terrible experience that has turned me off from therapy forever.
Written on May 28, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
Since having my sessions with Stephen. My life has been exponentially better. Him teaching me different ways to cope with my anxiety has been great. Honestly just talking things has really helped. And showed me that what I’m experiencing is normal and I’m not alone.
Written on May 26, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 1 month
He genuinely cares about helping me and always willing to listen no matter what
Written on May 16, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Great therapist. Strongly recommended!
Written on May 10, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Stephen is very wise! He gives clinical perspective and spiritual. He helps me to clear up the mental fog and identify thinking patterns that maybe holding me back. Since talking with Steve I’ve felt extremely clear!
Written on Mar 29, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks
Mr. Garman is a very caring and professional man. He listens very well and as long as you do as he suggests. Things flow a lot better in your life. Very wise and helpful person. I am glad I was matched with his portfolio. Also that I accepted him for the job.
Thank you for services!!!
Frank Mofford
Written on Mar 22, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months
He really is sweet,caring, and listens to what I’m going through. He has great knowledge and expertise, it also helps that he has a faith-based experience/background to help tie in my problems and addressing it in a spiritual aspect. He also encourages me to be confident in myself and the decisions I make.
Written on Feb 16, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Very knowledgeable and precise with his therapy. Very instructional. He asks the right questions and has been great in guiding me along my issues instead of just listening to them
Written on Feb 11, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders
Helpful and compasionate
Written on Jan 05, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Stephen is very warm and knowledgeable. His rich working experience and expertises quickly gain me insights on solving my anxiety, knowing myself &understanding the relationship better and helping others. He doesn’t only teach me methods of solving anxiety, but also a healthy attitude to life. The principles he taught me works in all cultural background. I look forward to learn more from him!
Written on Dec 30, 2021 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
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