Scott Persinger, LCSW

Scott Persinger is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, sleeping problems, and relationship or intimacy concerns. He brings 37 years of experience and a direct, respectful approach that aims to restore day-to-day functioning and emotional balance. Scott emphasizes kindness, nonjudgment, and practical steps people can use between sessions.

He prefers an approach guided by the person in front of him. Scott listens first, then works with each person to try strategies that fit their life and goals. He encourages journaling and notes between sessions to help focus on what matters most.

Scott often teaches cognitive tools to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. He also uses client-centered methods that prioritize the person’s perspective and emotionally focused ideas that look directly at how people connect with others. Mindfulness and existential ideas are woven in when helpful.

Scott says empathy and respect are central to his work. He draws on personal experience with low vision to better understand how people cope with loss and challenge. Educational handouts are commonly shared to support learning outside sessions.

People who want a practical, steady guide through life changes will find Scott’s style straightforward and supportive. He asks clients what works for them and adapts his suggestions to fit each individual’s routine and values.

How Scott’s Approaches Translate to Online Therapy

Scott often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try small, practical behavior changes that can reduce anxiety and depression. CBT focuses on concrete skills and homework that can be practiced between sessions.

He also uses client-centered therapy, which prioritizes listening closely and responding to each person’s needs and goals. This approach helps people feel heard and involved in decisions about their care. Scott integrates elements of Emotionally-Focused Therapy when relationship patterns and emotional bonding are central concerns, helping people notice and shift how they connect with others.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Scott will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, try strategies together, and adjust the plan based on what proves useful. He encourages journaling and sends educational materials to support progress between meetings.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face interaction when helpful, phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited, and messaging or live chat can provide shorter check-ins or ongoing support. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and different life demands.