Dr. Stephen Gunsallus, LPC

South Carolina · 20 years in practice

Dr. Stephen Gunsallus uses a thoughtful, human-centered approach to counseling.

License and registration

LPC, South Carolina: 5290 · expires August 2027
NPI: 1205046588 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 20
Languages: English

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About Stephen

Dr. Stephen Gunsallus uses a thoughtful, human-centered approach to counseling. He combines existential perspectives with practical techniques to help people faced with painful life questions.

He speaks plainly and listens closely to understand what matters most to each person. He has 20 years of professional experience and holds a Doctor of Education in Pastoral Community Counseling and two master’s degrees. He is licensed as an LPC in South Carolina and has completed Clinical Pastoral Education units, including residency work.

Background and approach

His background includes work recognized by a community organization award in 2011. Common concerns addressed include LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and difficulties with concentration and focus related to ADHD. He also helps people dealing with guilt, forgiveness, mood struggles, HIV/AIDS related matters, hospice and end-of-life questions, and post-traumatic stress.

In sessions he tailors conversation and plans to fit each person’s needs. Expect straightforward dialogue, practical exercises when useful, and attention to beliefs about meaning and purpose. He aims to create a respectful and compassionate space for hard conversations.

Starting therapy can feel hard. He encourages taking that step and will work with clients to set goals and choose ways of working that fit their life and values.

Focus areas and approaches

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Online support

Combining meaning and skills through online therapy

Existential Therapy focuses on questions of meaning, choice, and responsibility. It helps people facing loss, life transitions, or questions about purpose by exploring values and what matters most to them.

Client-Centered Therapy puts the person’s experience at the center. The therapist listens without judgment and follows the client’s lead to build insight and self-awareness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical strategies to manage mood, anxiety, and attention challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the work and will be a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try different methods, and adjust the plan based on what helps. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions stay aligned with their needs and preferences.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make care more accessible. Video lets people use face-to-face conversation, phone can fit short check-ins or lower bandwidth, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options aim to offer flexibility so therapy fits around work, family, and daily life.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does he address?

He works with LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and ADHD-related concentration and focus challenges. Additional areas include forgiveness, guilt and shame, HIV/AIDS, hospice and end-of-life counseling, mood disorders, and post-traumatic stress.

What is his therapeutic style?

He blends existential thinking with client-centered conversation and evidence-based techniques like CBT and DBT. Sessions combine reflection on meaning with practical skills for coping and behavior change.

How much experience does he have?

He has 20 years of professional experience working in counseling and pastoral community settings.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He holds a Doctor of Education in Pastoral Community Counseling, additional master’s degrees, and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

He meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does billing and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are delivered via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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