Steven Kyle Cardwell, LPCC — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Steven Kyle!

It takes courage to seek support, and I'm honored you're here. I work with teens and adults facing anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based practices tailored to each client's needs.

My focus

I work with teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Many of my clients are highly capable yet feel unfulfilled, emotionally stuck, or overwhelmed beneath the surface.

My approach

My approach is collaborative, respectful, and grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to your unique needs. I draw from CBT, DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, EMDR, and REBT to help you manage current challenges while working through deeper emotional wounds and longstanding patterns.

My communication style

My communication style is warm but direct. I listen carefully and with curiosity, but I don't shy away from asking hard questions or highlighting patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Therapy with me is a space for honest reflection, accountability, and real movement toward change.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey has been shaped by a long-standing interest in how people change, heal, and make meaning in the face of pain, doubt, or uncertainty. I'm especially drawn to working with clients who are outwardly successful but feel internally overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected.

My goals for you

Helping you reach your goals starts with understanding what truly matters to you, not just what you think you should work on. I begin by helping you clarify your values, identify what feels off or unresolved, and define goals that are both meaningful and achievable.

Our first session

The first session is all about getting to know you—what brings you in, what you're hoping for, and how I can best support you. I do a lot of listening. My goal is to understand not just the symptoms or challenges you're facing, but also the broader context: your history, relationships, patterns, strengths, and values.

I identify as...

Male
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Exposure Response Prevention

Motivational Interviewing

Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)

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Focus populations

Educators

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

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Therapy types

Family Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Counseling Psychology from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Steven Kyle Cardwell