Stephen Richardson, LCSW, LISW-CP

Stephen Richardson is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a licensed independent social worker with clinical practice privileges (LISW-CP) who brings over ten years of experience to faith-informed counseling. He combines clinical training with a focus on spiritual growth to support individuals facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, mood disorders, addictions, trauma, grief, and a wide range of life challenges.

Stephen earned degrees in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and from Winthrop University, and he draws on that foundation to create an accepting, compassionate environment where clients can explore mental, emotional, and spiritual needs. His practice emphasizes helping people heal and grow closer to Christ while attending to practical, therapeutic goals.

Clients work with Stephen to address issues such as parenting, intimacy, career transitions, ADHD, body image, and caregiver stress, among others, with attention to attachment and family dynamics when relevant. He aims for deep, transformative healing that touches mind, body, and spirit so individuals can move toward a more fulfilled, Christ-centered life. Throughout his work he seeks to walk alongside clients respectfully and collaboratively as they pursue recovery and personal growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Stephen Richardson draws from several evidence-informed approaches to help clients explore thoughts, emotions, and values. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify what matters to them, accept difficult experiences, and take committed action toward meaningful goals - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and value-based life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mood concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and unconditional positive regard to foster self-exploration and personal growth.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Stephen works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan over time in partnership with the client. Licensed professionals aim to match techniques to the situation rather than applying a single method to everyone.

Online therapy with Stephen is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, travel, or busy routines while supporting consistent progress toward therapeutic goals.