- Client-centered support
- Mindfulness and ACT
- Focus on coping skills
About Steven
Steven Brokob is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in Virginia with 12 years of experience. He focuses on practical support for issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, career concerns, and parenting strain. He aims to create a down-to-earth atmosphere where people can talk frankly about what is hard for them.
He draws on a client-centered style that starts with the person in front of him. That means Steven listens first, helps identify strengths, and works with each person to set clear goals. He also uses cognitive and mindfulness-based techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and build better daily habits.
In sessions he helps people name symptoms and learn coping skills. He teaches ways to notice emotions, change actions that get in the way, and try small changes that add up. He will use acceptance-based ideas when getting stuck on painful thoughts or feelings becomes a barrier to living the life someone values.
Steven’s background includes community mental health and crisis work, where he conducted evaluations in emergency settings. He also served in the United States Marine Corps and brings an understanding of veteran and armed forces issues to his clinical work.
People who meet with him can expect direct, empathic conversation. He works with practical goals such as improving sleep, managing anger, handling job stress, reducing substance use, and rebuilding motivation after loss. To begin, readers are encouraged to complete the site’s matching questionnaire and schedule a session.
He draws on a client-centered style that starts with the person in front of him. That means Steven listens first, helps identify strengths, and works with each person to set clear goals. He also uses cognitive and mindfulness-based techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and build better daily habits.
In sessions he helps people name symptoms and learn coping skills. He teaches ways to notice emotions, change actions that get in the way, and try small changes that add up. He will use acceptance-based ideas when getting stuck on painful thoughts or feelings becomes a barrier to living the life someone values.
Steven’s background includes community mental health and crisis work, where he conducted evaluations in emergency settings. He also served in the United States Marine Corps and brings an understanding of veteran and armed forces issues to his clinical work.
People who meet with him can expect direct, empathic conversation. He works with practical goals such as improving sleep, managing anger, handling job stress, reducing substance use, and rebuilding motivation after loss. To begin, readers are encouraged to complete the site’s matching questionnaire and schedule a session.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
Antisocial personalityChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Virginia
Languages
English
How his approaches translate to online work
Steven often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify what matters to them and take small actions toward those values even when feelings are difficult. ACT is useful for anxiety, low mood, and getting unstuck. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help identify thinking patterns and try new behaviors that reduce symptoms like panic, low motivation, or sleep problems.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to match methods to their goals, preferences, and day-to-day life. Clients can expect discussion, short exercises, and homework when helpful to practice skills between sessions.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when those are useful. It can also let someone use video or phone options according to their comfort and bandwidth needs. Steven will help tailor the session rhythm and focus to fit what works best for the individual.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, career challenges, grief, parenting strain, relationship and intimacy concerns, ADHD, and related mood or life-purpose issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a client-centered approach that listens first and builds on strengths, combined with cognitive, mindfulness, and acceptance-based methods to teach practical skills.
What is his clinical background?
He has 12 years of experience including community mental health and five years doing crisis evaluations in emergency settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LPC, licensed in Virginia, and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a session with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.