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Dr. Scott Lovaas, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching
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About me

Thanks for taking peek at my bio! My approach is wholistic--meaning I draw upon a variety of clinical theories. My first task to to provide deep listening in an effort to understand. I try and look at the whole picture and how the pieces all fit together for you and your context. I am direct, candid, and solution focused with kindness, curiosity and gratitude as my foundation.

A little about me: I have three advanced degrees in divinity, social work and media studies and I have worked in a wide variety of settings across 13 states. I also have five grown daughters. Wanderlust is in my blood--I have been fortunate to have travelled to over 80 countries, and always hoping there is more on the horizon. Additionally, I am a certified Laughing Yoga instructor--Ho, Ho, Ho, Ha, Ha. Innovation and creativity are in my wheelhouse. All these diverse experiences and education inform all that I do and who I am.

I would love to learn about you and talk about your journey.

Professional experience

30yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Depression, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Blended Family Issues, Cancer, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Co-morbidity, Communication Problems, Divorce and Separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Expats, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Immigration Issues, Infidelity, Life Purpose, Men's Issues, Midlife Crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Money and Financial Issues, Mood Disorders, Narcissism, Postpartum Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Workplace Issues, Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

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License information

CO LCSW CSW.09923682

VA LCSW 0904011371

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Scott Lovaas. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Dr. Lovaas has been a friend and guide through the most challenging period of my life. He strikes a fine balance between shooting straight and compassionate understanding. He’s also solution oriented instead of talking in circles endlessly which has helped me process my emotions.

Written on Feb 28, 2024 after therapy with Scott for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coaching

Easy to talk to

Written on Feb 27, 2024 after therapy with Scott for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues

Dr. Lovaas is a fantastic therapist. He listens, sees the things I don't and helps guide me through tough challenges in my life. He is helping me grow through thoughtful insights and suggestions. He is an inspiration, living life to the fullest as he travels around the world. Thank you Dr. Lovaas!!

Written on Jan 21, 2024 after therapy with Scott for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Can’t think of, or say enough good things about Dr Lovaas. He’s helped me by just listening intently, understanding my issues, making wise suggestions, and helping me see for myself some truths about my life. All of this has been very helpful and I’ve recently started feeling hopeful again. What more could you ask for?

Written on Jan 16, 2024 after therapy with Scott for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning grief, coping with life changes, and adhd

Dr Lovaas is kind, caring, and supportive

Written on Jan 15, 2024 after therapy with Scott for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, and trauma and abuse

I was always apprehensive about therapy after my initial experience years ago. I (reluctantly) scheduled a session with Scott after reading his positive reviews. I attended the session and met Scott who was warm, direct, caring, funny and focused - exactly the person I need during this time in my life. He’s able to cover a broad spectrum of needs from career counseling to relationship and intimacy issues and beyond. I’m truly grateful for the support I’ve received from Scott. He’s been a light in my life.

Written on Dec 29, 2023 after therapy with Scott for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, coaching, and compassion fatigue