Dr. Scott Lovaas, LCSW, CSW

Dr. Scott Lovaas helps people cope with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, career changes, addiction concerns, grief, and self-esteem problems. He also supports people facing trauma, intimacy issues, sleeping difficulties, parenting challenges, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. He uses clear, practical conversation to help people find what works next.

He listens first to understand the whole situation. Then he offers direct, solution-focused ideas delivered with kindness and curiosity. Sessions are collaborative - he talks through options and helps people choose small, doable steps to try between meetings.

Scott holds three advanced degrees, including clinical social work credentials. He brings 30 years of experience across many settings and regions. That background informs how he thinks about life transitions, caregiving stress, blended family concerns, and end-of-life issues.

Travel and creativity have shaped his outlook. He has visited over 80 countries and enjoys finding fresh perspectives. Outside therapy he has raised five daughters and has a playful side, including training as a laughing yoga instructor.

People meet him and find a mix of practical planning and thoughtful listening. He explains options plainly and focuses on skills you can use right away. He invites conversation about your goals and what would feel most useful.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Dr. Lovaas commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person's experience, using active listening to help clarify goals and values.

He approaches choice of method as a conversation. The therapist and client work together to decide which approach or mix of approaches fits the client's goals and preferences. That collaborative process includes trying strategies and checking what helps over time.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video lets people read facial cues and have a longer, face-to-face style conversation. Phone sessions can work with lower bandwidth or when hands-free focus is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit brief check-ins, coaching-style support, or times when writing feels easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or travel schedules.