Dr. Scott Lovaas, LCSW, CSW

Dr. Scott Lovaas helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, addiction, grief, career questions, and life transitions. He works with issues like intimacy struggles, parenting strain, sleep problems, self-esteem, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. He also supports people coping with serious health issues, caregiver stress, and end-of-life concerns.

He begins by listening closely to get the full picture. He uses direct, candid conversation paired with curiosity and kindness. Sessions aim to be practical and solution-focused while still exploring deeper patterns that shape behavior and feelings.

Scott brings three advanced degrees in divinity, social work, and media studies to his work, and he has practiced across 13 states over a 30-year career. That varied background means he draws on several clinical approaches and real-world experience when helping people make changes.

He describes his style as holistic and creative. He is comfortable mixing approaches to meet someone where they are. He also uses a sense of humor at times and notes he is a certified Laughing Yoga instructor, which reflects his interest in innovative tools for wellbeing.

People who meet with him can expect a practical focus on clear goals and steps forward. He welcomes conversations about a client’s history, values, and what matters most now. He invites prospective clients to share their story and explore how therapy might help.

Approaches that guide online work and practical goals

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person’s perspective. It helps people clarify their values and make decisions that match what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect and uses straightforward exercises to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and change unhelpful habits. Existential Therapy helps people facing big life questions and transitions by naming meaning, responsibility, and the choices they can make.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. They will collaborate to choose methods and adjust them as progress unfolds so the plan fits the person rather than the other way around.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins from a quieter place. It can also let someone use shorter sessions when needed or avoid being on camera for parts of a meeting. Licensed professionals can use online work to focus on practical steps, communication skills, coping tools, and scheduling that matches everyday routines.