Louis Koch, LSCSW, LCSW

Louis Koch is a licensed social worker with 40 years of professional experience. He holds LSCSW and LCSW credentials - LSCSW stands for Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker and LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and has supported people coping with stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT-related concerns, and relationship challenges.

He creates an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be expressed and explored. His work emphasizes listening closely, collaborating with each person to identify practical coping strategies, and helping clients take manageable steps toward their goals.

Louis recognizes that beginning therapy often requires courage and approaches that first step with respect and affirmation. He aims to make the therapeutic process approachable and focused on real-world improvements in functioning, relationships, and emotional well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Louis brings several evidence-informed approaches to online work to meet a range of concerns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful therapeutic relationship where the client's experience guides the work - it is helpful for people seeking understanding, support, and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, and can be useful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and coping challenges.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Louis will work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals and then adapt methods so therapy feels like a good fit for the individual. The aim is to match approach and pace to what will be most helpful.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals. These options allow therapy to fit around work, family, and other commitments while preserving the opportunity for meaningful therapeutic work.