- Experienced LCSW
- Trauma informed
- Goal focused
About Scott
Scott Underwood is an LCSW with 23 years of experience in mental health work. He began his career in the Army as a Behavioral Science Specialist in 1984 and has since worked in community mental health, psychiatric hospitals, private practice, and with active duty Air Force service members. Scott focuses on practical problem solving and straightforward conversation to address stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
He helps people manage anger, improve sleep and eating patterns, and rebuild self-esteem after a setback. Scott also supports work-related and career concerns and offers coaching for coping with life changes. He is familiar with mood disorders including bipolar presentations, panic and phobias, and post-traumatic stress.
Scott’s approach is direct and flexible. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing as tools depending on the situation. Sessions can be short-term goal oriented or part of a longer plan, depending on what the person wants to accomplish.
He aims to make counseling approachable rather than intimidating. Humor and straightforward talk are part of how he eases tension and keeps sessions practical. People who like clear expectations and collaborative planning often find this style helpful.
Scott works with people who range from those facing severe conditions to highly functional individuals who have hit a rough patch. He encourages new clients to come with an idea of their goals so sessions can be shaped to meet those priorities. If needs change, he adapts the plan accordingly.
He helps people manage anger, improve sleep and eating patterns, and rebuild self-esteem after a setback. Scott also supports work-related and career concerns and offers coaching for coping with life changes. He is familiar with mood disorders including bipolar presentations, panic and phobias, and post-traumatic stress.
Scott’s approach is direct and flexible. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing as tools depending on the situation. Sessions can be short-term goal oriented or part of a longer plan, depending on what the person wants to accomplish.
He aims to make counseling approachable rather than intimidating. Humor and straightforward talk are part of how he eases tension and keeps sessions practical. People who like clear expectations and collaborative planning often find this style helpful.
Scott works with people who range from those facing severe conditions to highly functional individuals who have hit a rough patch. He encourages new clients to come with an idea of their goals so sessions can be shaped to meet those priorities. If needs change, he adapts the plan accordingly.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.