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Scott Kahler

Practical therapy for stress and self-growth

LMFT Indiana

Experience
17 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Scott

Scott Kahler is an Indiana-based licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 17 years of clinical experience who focuses on stress, anxiety, self-esteem, and navigating life transitions. He offers coaching-style support that emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassionate partnership, especially for clients exploring sexuality and LGBTQ concerns.

Background and approach

His practice also addresses communication problems, social anxiety and phobia, life purpose, and self-love. Scott uses a collaborative, client-centered stance that helps people move from problem-focused talk toward identifying the changes they want to make.

He works with clients to examine thought and behavior patterns that feel limiting, notice exceptions when difficulties ease, and build confidence through practical, goal-oriented conversations. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness strategies are woven into his work to help clients develop clearer thinking and more intentional responses to stress.

Throughout treatment Scott and each participant shape how time together is used, with attention to applying gains outside sessions so progress endures. He encourages those taking the first step toward therapy and supports them in creating sustainable plans for greater wellbeing and purpose.

How therapy approaches translate to online care



Scott blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in ways that suit remote work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical tools for managing stress and social anxiety. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens closely and helps clients articulate their goals and values.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Scott treats that as a collaborative exploration. He will discuss options, try techniques that align with a client's needs and preferences, and adjust the plan as progress and feedback emerge, so the work fits each person's priorities and pace.

Online sessions include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain consistency, access help from where clients live, and integrate therapy into everyday life while using approaches like CBT and mindfulness in practical, real-time ways.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Scott commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, coping with life changes, and coaching needs, and also focuses on LGBT issues, communication problems, sexuality, and social anxiety and phobia.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach?
He uses a collaborative, client-centered style that incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, narrative, and solution-focused techniques to help clients identify goals and practical steps forward.
What is his level of experience?
Scott has 17 years of professional experience working with people on anxiety, motivation, life transitions, and related concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the LMFT credential with Indiana license number IN LMFT 35001748A and practices in Indiana.
Does he offer services in languages other than English or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How does pricing and payment work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsLife purposeSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

17+ years

Licensed

Indiana

Languages

English