About
- Client-centered work
- Cognitive behavioral techniques
- Mindfulness practices
About Scott
Scott Persinger is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) based in Texas with 37 years of experience. He works with adults who are juggling stress at home, parenting strain, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and problems with sleep and addiction. Scott also addresses issues such as ADHD, anger, self-esteem, career stress, and coping with life changes.
Scott prefers a practical, person-focused way of working. He describes himself as open to approaches that help the individual, and aims to be nonjudgmental. He encourages clients to keep notes or journal between sessions to bring concrete topics to talk about. Education materials and short readings are often shared to help people understand thoughts, feelings, and behavior.
In sessions Scott emphasizes respect and dignity. He says his own experience with chronic low vision shaped how he notices distress in others and why he values straightforward conversation. He aims to help people strengthen ways of thinking and relating that reduce conflict and emotional pain.
Scott uses familiar therapeutic methods such as client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, emotionally-focused ideas, existential questions, and mindfulness practices. These approaches are used to address relationship strain, parenting pressures, grief, and ongoing mood or anxiety concerns.
People who choose him can expect direct, steady attention to practical change. He encourages social supports, homework between sessions when helpful, and clear discussion about goals and next steps.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Scott blends client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, and emotionally-focused ideas in plain language. Client-centered work means the conversation focuses on the person's concerns and goals, and the therapist follows the direction that seems most useful. Cognitive behavioral techniques break down unhelpful thoughts and behaviors into small steps to practice and change, which helps with anxiety, low mood, and sleep problems. Emotionally-focused ideas look at patterns in close relationships and help people notice and change the ways they respond to conflict and intimacy issues.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Scott aims to figure out what fits by talking about your needs, goals, and preferences. That decision is made together and can shift as issues change over time.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around parenting, work, and caregiving duties because they remove travel time and can allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use audio-only or video depending on bandwidth and comfort. Discuss scheduling and format choices with Scott when you arrange the first appointment so sessions match everyday life and obligations.
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Experience
37+ years
Listed in
Texas, Utah
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Which issues does he commonly address?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting strain, relationship problems, trauma, addiction, sleep problems, ADHD, and related concerns.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Scott takes a person-focused, nonjudgmental approach and uses practical tools. He often suggests journaling and provides educational materials to guide discussions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 37 years of clinical experience working with adults in a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW licensed in Texas and practices from Texas.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are used?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm available session formats before booking.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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