Steve Shefchik is a licensed professional counselor with 17 years of counseling experience. He takes a holistic approach to therapy, considering physical, emotional, mental, behavioral, and spiritual aspects of well-being. Steve believes that these five factors play a crucial role in overall wellness and should be integral to the counseling process. His primary focus is on facilitating positive changes in the lives of his clients. Sessions are client-directed and relationally based, fostering a supportive environment for growth. Collaborating with a Nurse Practitioner who specializes in psychiatry, Steve enhances the scheduling and medication processes for his clients. He works with adolescents aged 6 and up, as well as adults, and has extensive experience in the AODA (Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse) field. Steve addresses a wide range of issues, including adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, anger, thought disorders, PTSD, behavioral issues, grief, self-esteem, and relationship concerns. He maintains a positive focus on change determined by the client, emphasizing that successful sessions arise from a strong therapeutic relationship. The insights gained during therapy are designed to transfer to real-life situations, facilitating meaningful and lasting changes in clients' lives. Additionally, Steve is able to incorporate martial arts into his counseling practice, offering clients unique tools for growth.