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Doug Casper

Experienced counselor focused on practical change

LPCC, LPC Ohio

Experience
27 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Doug

Doug Casper is an Ohio-licensed counselor with 27 years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship problems, addiction, and a wide range of life transitions.

Background and approach

He draws on a blend of evidence-informed approaches to help clients build practical skills, clarify values, and address patterns that get in the way of well-being. His training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Doug frames therapy as a collaborative process that begins with understanding each person’s situation and goals. He emphasizes steady, paced work so clients can make manageable changes without feeling overwhelmed.

Areas he commonly supports include self-esteem, career and money concerns, parenting and fatherhood issues, caregiver stress, codependency and communication problems, hospice and end-of-life matters, and challenges tied to isolation or compassion fatigue. Licensed as an LPCC and LPC, Doug offers practical guidance aimed at helping clients identify options, develop coping strategies, and move toward greater clarity and purpose.

He encourages people to take the first step and to expect a supportive partnership focused on realistic progress and strengthened resilience.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Doug commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to develop concrete strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is another tool he uses; it focuses on clarifying personal values and learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that support a meaningful life.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative rather than predetermined. The therapist will work with each person to explore which methods align with their goals, preferences, and the problems they want to address, adapting techniques over time as needs evolve.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for scheduling and different styles of interaction. These formats make it easier to fit consistent sessions into busy lives and allow ongoing work on practical skills, goal setting, and coping strategies without geographic constraints.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Doug work with?
He addresses a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar challenges, addictions, grief, and relationship and family problems.
What therapeutic style does he use in sessions?
His approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered listening, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused methods to match clients' needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 27 years of experience working with diverse life challenges and has supported people through grief, caregiving stress, midlife concerns, and other complex situations.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LPCC and LPC credentials with licence details OH LPCC E.0007596-SUPV and MI LPC 6401011009, and he practices in Ohio.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for working together?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

27+ years

Licensed

Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan

Languages

English