- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- CBT and DBT techniques
- ADHD related support
About Stephen
Dr. Stephen Gunsallus is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina with 20 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and challenges with concentration and focus often described as ADHD.
He completed a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Pastoral Community Counseling in 2017, a Master of Arts in Counseling in 2003, and a Master of Sacred Theology in 1999. He also completed seven units of Clinical Pastoral Education, including four residency units, and received a community organization award from Adapt Advocacy Association in 2011.
In sessions he uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside client-centered and cognitive behavioral approaches. He also draws on dialectical behavior ideas and existential perspectives when they fit a person's situation. Those methods guide conversations about feelings, patterns, and practical skills.
People come to him for help naming hard emotions, working through loss, and managing attention and memory problems. He talks plainly about grief, trauma, shame, and guilt and looks at how those experiences affect daily life.
He asks about each person's goals and adapts the conversation and plans accordingly. To begin, you complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online options button.
How his approaches translate to online work
Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on identifying and naming emotions, and exploring how those feelings shape relationships and reactions. It can help people recognize patterns that keep painful emotions active. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own experience, giving them space to describe what matters and set the pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and build practical skills for changing behaviors and mood.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He works collaboratively to choose methods that fit a person’s goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying an approach, checking how it feels, and adjusting the plan together over time.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time, and it can allow shorter check-ins or sessions that fit between daily responsibilities. Talk with him through the intake process about what session length and structure would fit your life and needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and attention or focus difficulties often labeled ADHD. Additional focus areas include forgiveness, guilt and shame, HIV/AIDS, hospice and end-of-life counseling, mood disorders, and post-traumatic stress.
What therapeutic approaches does he use?
He lists Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Existential Therapy as approaches he uses in sessions.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 20 years of professional work experience in counseling and related clinical roles.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC licensed in South Carolina and holds an Ed.D., an MA in Counseling, and an STM.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work with him?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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