About Steven
Steven 'Steve' Ball helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and big life changes. He introduces a calm, respectful presence and focuses on practical steps that can make daily life easier. Steve uses a straightforward style and adapts conversations to what each person needs.
He is identified as LMSW, which means Licensed Master Social Worker. With 25 years of experience, Steve draws on long practice to shape treatment plans that fit each person.
How Steven works
He listens to what matters most, then tailors goals and small steps toward change. He works with concerns that include aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, and end-of-life and hospice support. He also addresses topics such as communication problems, family of origin issues, fatherhood, guilt and shame, and men's issues.
Steve supports people navigating relationship changes like divorce and separation, and those exploring BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture. He helps people manage loneliness and find clearer life purpose when things feel stuck. His approach is practical and person-centered rather than one-size-fits-all.
Conversations typically focus on skills and achievable next steps. Steve aims to make sessions feel like steady, helpful problem-solving. He emphasizes respect and sensitivity while working toward the client’s goals.
Steve is based in Michigan and works in English. International clients may be accepted; confirm options when scheduling. To begin, follow the site's Start Therapy flow and complete the matching questionnaire before booking.
What Steven works with
The areas below are the ones Steven selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Aging and geriatric issues
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Co-morbidity
- Communication problems
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Divorce and separation
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Visually impaired
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Training and background
| Register | LMSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 25 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Michigan |
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Online support options
How evidence-based techniques translate to online therapy
Steven uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One common approach involves skill-building work to manage anxiety and depression through small, repeatable steps that reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Another frequently used method emphasizes structured conversations about grief, loss, and life transitions so people can make sense of difficult experiences and find ways to move forward.Finding the right fit is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what feels helpful. Together they will choose and adjust approaches over time so the work reflects the client's needs and pace.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. It can reduce the time needed for travel and allow sessions to happen from different locations, which helps people keep consistent appointments. If you need specific session formats, confirm the options when you schedule so they match your needs. A therapist and client can then select session timing and length that fit everyday routines and responsibilities.
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