Dr. Scott Lovaas, LCSW, CSW

Dr. Scott Lovaas helps people coping with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, career changes, addiction concerns, grief, and health-related life changes. He also supports people facing caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, hospice or end-of-life topics, and other challenges that often come with chronic illness. Dr. Lovaas works plainly and directly, listening first and then offering practical steps to move forward.

He describes his approach as wholistic, drawing from several clinical theories to see the whole picture. Sessions tend to be candid and solution-focused while staying curious and kind. Clients can expect straightforward conversation and collaborative planning rather than lengthy jargon.

Dr. Lovaas has three advanced degrees in divinity, social work, and media studies, and he brings about 30 years of experience to his practice. That background includes work across many states and a variety of settings, which he uses to shape practical tools for day-to-day living.

Outside the office he has traveled widely and is a father of five grown daughters. He also leads Laughing Yoga as a certified instructor, and he enjoys bringing creativity and a lighter touch into therapeutic work when it fits the moment.

He says the first task is deep listening to understand what matters most to each person. From there he and the client pick methods that fit their goals and life context, aiming for steady, useful progress rather than quick fixes.

How his approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and meeting each person where they are. It helps people find their own solutions by giving space to describe what matters and what feels hard. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and offers concrete exercises to change patterns that make stress, anxiety, or depression worse. These approaches can be used together to address mood, sleep, coping, and daily routines.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Dr. Lovaas will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and life situation. He aims to tailor tools and exercises so they feel useful and manageable for day-to-day life.

The therapist's profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue care when health or caregiving responsibilities make in-person visits difficult. Discuss format and timing with the therapist when you schedule so sessions match your needs and rhythms.