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I am a therapist licensed in the State of Missouri as an LCSW ( Licensed Clinical Social Worker). I have been a therapist for approximately 30 years working in various settings including a psychiatric hospital for almost 20 years, private practice and various mental health agencies. My specialties include treating depression, mood disorders, anxiety, phobias, anger, ADHD, relationship and self esteem issues. I have worked with individuals, couples and families. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy with a systems approach considering structure, boundaries, communication, and various family dynamics. I am non-judgmental is my approach with an emphasis on "seeing" your issues through your eyes. My goal is to demonstrate that I am listening and thinking about your feelings and concerns with an attempt to assist you with healthy options and solutions.
I focus on Strengths not weaknesses, and consider it a strength that you sought counseling with a therapist. I believe mental health is as important as physical health and applaud you for seeking to improve your mental health. My entire career has been about mental health and believe I have learned as much from my clients as I have from books. So, here is to learning more about you.
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Antisocial Personality, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hearing Impaired, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Immigration Issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual Disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Steven Buck. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I worked with Steven at different times across several years. He was very good about being the external backbone I needed but also calling out my bullsh!! and unhealthy behaviors.
Written on Sep 27, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Steven has been an incredible guide for my personal growth. He was my first ever real therapist and offered me some very good insights on my patterns and what to work on, practically. He’s a great listener and always finds real life simple examples to explain complex projects. I’d recommend him.
Written on May 14, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr Buck has a wealth of experience and makes it clear his focus is improving your mental health. His approach is very patient centric and compassionate. HE has helped me greatly.
Written on May 09, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 1 year and 9 months
Steve is great. I appreciate his vast experience and all of him wisdom.
Written on Mar 12, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Steven is kind and really listens. He gave me tools to deal with my anxiety and I found myself having an easier time with it all just after 2 sessions.
Written on Jan 28, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, grief, and lgbt
Steven is a great counsellor and has helped me work through many different areas which has been extremely helpful.
Written on Sep 06, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
I made great progress with Steven in a short time. He helped me immensely with things I’ve battled with my whole life. I appreciate the tools he’s given me and will continue to use them.
Written on Sep 05, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Steven is an experienced professional, he has been of great support over time in helping me cope with different kind of situation that affected my private and professional life, as well as helping me more self-aware
Written on Jul 27, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
I have done counseling many times with many therapists. In my first session with Steven I feel like I made more progress then all the other times combined. Steven really understands what I am going through and always has a story that relates to what we are discussing that really makes sense to me and helps me understand myself better.
Written on Jul 20, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Steven's guidance over the last few months has been really helpful during recent relationship difficulties, both as an individual counsellor and as a couples counsellor for me and my partner. He is patient, empathetic and non-judgmental, while also providing the right level of questioning to lead me to ask myself the honest but difficult questions, especially when it comes to setting boundaries. I've really appreciated Steven's guidance during difficult times and I would highly recommend him as a therapist.
Written on Jul 11, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and anger management
Only 2 sessions in, and Steve has been great, from giving me effective strategies to deal with my issues and being a great listener and allowing me to feel vulnerable without being juged.
Written on May 17, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and adhd
Steve is awesome! I always feel listened to and validated. I've struggled to find counsellors that don't make me feel like I'm crazy or that actually listen to my concerns and goals, until Steve that is. I would highly recommend him as a counsellor.
Written on May 10, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
A very good listener and a pleasure to talk too. Has been very helpful to me
Written on Mar 21, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Mr. Buck brings a great deal of experience to his clients, but what is even more important is that he truly listens and reflects back meaning (without parroting, which always turns me off). Steve has very gently challenged me to create my own boundaries, and demonstrates unconditional positive regard in a way that has made me feel safe enough to be fully honest with him and myself.
Written on Mar 14, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 4 months on issues concerning lgbt, and adhd
Steven is a wonderful therapist. Listens intently and provides input where necessary. I highly recommend him as a therapist for anybody
Written on Feb 15, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have been working with Steven for over six months and it has been transformative for me. Steven brings a lot of expertise, compassion and listening to his counselling.
Written on Jan 15, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Steven is simply outstanding. He is an incredibly effective listener who's able to zone in on the underlying issues and comprehensively address them while providing a very supportive and engaging therapeutic space.
Written on Jan 01, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Steve is wise and experienced and his sessions very valuable. He makes sense of things and provides practical tips, he has helped me a lot and I highly recommend him.
Written on Dec 07, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues
I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Steven. Very patient and understanding. Every session has improved from the last.
Written on Nov 23, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
I think he does really well! He really does understand me and gives me great support. It helps to talk to him at the end of the week.
Written on Nov 13, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Really helpful sessions with Steven. I felt supported and encouraged to examine difficult emotional issues. thanks
Written on Nov 13, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Steven has been very understanding and helpful. He has given me the tools to think about how I can help myself going forward.
Written on Nov 04, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Great listener with applicable stories and real life experience. vulnerable, open, and real. all of the things you look for in a therapist.
Written on Nov 01, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Steven has been really easy to talk to and has helped me solidify my thinking around some matters that i’ve been working through. Thanks Steven!
Written on Oct 17, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and trauma and abuse
Mr. Buck has been a wonderful therapist. He is a very active listener, and provides on the spot support that has stayed with me. I've benefited greatly in speaking with him. Thank you!
Written on Oct 08, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Excellent, well experienced counsellor.
Written on Oct 01, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning family conflicts
Very attentive to my needs.
Written on Sep 28, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Steven is a very professional councilor, highly experienced and with very good intentions in helping. I truly enjoy our sessions and I've discover a lot with his help. I highly recommend him.
Written on Sep 28, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Steve is very patience and understanding.
Written on Sep 21, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and anger management
Steven has been a huge support and I know I would not have gotten to there without him. Very intuitive, kind and encouraging - thank you so much!
Written on Sep 11, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Steven has been extremely engaging and compassionate with me. I am still not out of the woods, but he has given me confidence to know that i can actually make it out and live a fulfilled life. I am grateful for his counsel and support.
Written on Aug 14, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
I am glad that I got to work with “Steve the Counselor” for the short time that I did. I was only able to have 4 sessions with him, but in this he helped me to logically work through the distressed mindset I had come into the sessions with and rework some healthier perspectives on the different situations I brought up. He was honest about when he had concerns about my thought process or behaviour based on what he’d learned in conversation and challenged me to take action in these areas. He also had some very good metaphorical illustrations for different concepts that made it all easier for me to understand and was able to relate the things that I talked about to various different interactions he had had in his experience as a counselor, which helped me to feel less alone in my struggles.
Written on Aug 11, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 3 weeks
Within the first five minutes of our chat, Steven was able to understand where my feelings were rooted and help me completely reimagine how I can deal with them. He took the time to listen and talk me through how I can start to manage my mental health in a much more effective way. Thanks, Steven!
Written on Aug 11, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and compassion fatigue
It's been wondering working with Steven, in two sessions, he's helped me identify key areas of self-improvement to contribute towards bettering my own mental health. He's professional and very gentlemanly. Thank you very much Steven.
Written on Aug 08, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 1 week on issues concerning stress, anxiety
He’s a gentleman and a professional
Written on Jul 21, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
He’s the best counselor I’ve ever had. Very professional and caring.
Written on Jul 16, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
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