Licensed clinical social worker recordAlabama
Stephen Schottgen Jr, LICSW, LCSW
Alabama
Licensed social worker - stress and addictions
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- Credentials
- LICSW, LCSW
- Licensed in Mississippi
- LCSW, licence C9908
- Licensed in Alabama
- LICSW, licence 4268C
- NPI
- 1205369303
- Experience
- 13 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Alabama
These details come from information Stephen supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Addictions support
About Stephen
Stephen Schottgen Jr is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Alabama with 13 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief and loss, low self-esteem, depression, and motivation concerns. He also works with addictions and issues related to LGBT identity, relationships, sleep, anger, career stress, and ADHD.
Stephen approaches sessions with straightforward conversation. He listens to what is happening now and asks practical questions about daily life. He focuses on clear goals and small steps that fit a person's routine. Sessions are grounded in real problems people face at work, at home, and in their communities.
In his background he has worked with a wide range of concerns including codependency, first responder issues, coping after disasters, and drug and alcohol addiction. He has also supported people with fertility-related stress, immigration questions, grief around HIV/AIDS, and challenges like infidelity and jealousy. That breadth comes from over a decade of practice in clinical settings.
Stephen adapts the conversation and any plan to the individual client. He prioritizes respect and sensitivity in how he talks with people. Rather than relying on jargon, he aims to make suggestions that are immediately usable in daily life.
If someone is ready to try therapy they are asked to follow the site steps to see online therapy options, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. This helps clarify practical next steps before the first meeting.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Stephen uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address practical problems. One approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and shifting them to more balanced ones; this helps with anxiety, panic, and low mood by changing how everyday worries are handled. Another approach centers on building steady routines and coping strategies for stress, sleep problems, and addiction recovery; it emphasizes small, repeatable behavior changes that add up over time.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, current routines, and preferences, then try methods that fit the person's life. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as progress and challenges become clearer.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm the available online session options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Phone sessions can be useful when video is difficult, and shorter check-ins can fit a break at work. Discussing which format works best is part of the first scheduling steps.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Mississippi, Alabama
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, and related issues such as career stress and sleep problems.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses practical conversation focused on goals and daily life. The work emphasizes clear steps you can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional experience in social work and clinical settings.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He lists LICSW and LCSW credentials and is licensed in Alabama.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers