- Focus on thoughts
- Practical habit changes
- Values-based steps
About Scotty
He aims to make sessions feel approachable and practical. Scotty helps people notice recurring thoughts and everyday habits that get in the way of feeling better. He helps explore patterns that show up in relationships and family life, including attachment and abandonment concerns, communication problems, and blended family challenges.
Scotty draws on a range of methods to match what each person needs. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify values and take steps that matter. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and develop new habits. Other approaches he uses include attachment-focused work and client-centered conversation to strengthen emotional understanding.
He also supports people coping with chronic pain, illness, caregiver stress, body image and eating concerns, codependency, and feelings of emptiness. Sessions focus on small, usable changes rather than complex theory. The tone is practical, patient, and kind.
Scotty encourages steps at a manageable pace. He helps people build tools for everyday life and make decisions that fit their goals. If a calmer, clearer routine feels out of reach, he works with clients to make progress one step at a time.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
How these approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters and take small steps toward those values. It often involves noticing thoughts and choosing actions that match personal goals, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It is practical and goal-oriented, useful for stress, anxiety, and mood concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people understand and change those patterns in relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick or combine methods that suit their needs, goals, and preferences. That process may start with short experiments to see what feels helpful and then adjust over time.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, shorten travel time, and keep regular check-ins when schedules are tight. It also allows for adjustments like shorter check-ins or avoiding video when needed. Licensed professionals can use these options to help make steady progress on thoughts and everyday habits without large disruptions to daily life.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Scotty commonly help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. He also addresses related issues like attachment, abandonment, communication problems, and caregiver stress.
What is his general therapy style?
His approach is calm, direct, and practical. Sessions focus on noticing thoughts and everyday habits and developing small, usable changes.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of professional experience working in clinical settings. That experience includes supporting people through relationship and life-change challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California. His practice is based in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English, and he is able to work with international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to be sure they fit your needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
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 him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.