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SU Portrait of Scott Underwood

Scott Underwood

Experienced LCSW offering practical trauma-informed care

LCSW California

Experience
23 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Languages
English
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About Scott

Scott Underwood brings more than two decades of clinical experience to his work as an LCSW in California.

Background and approach

He began his career in 1984 as a Behavioral Science Specialist in the Army and has since practiced in community mental health, psychiatric hospitals, independent practice, and with active duty Air Force personnel at Nellis and Creech Air Force Base.

That broad background informs a practical, steady approach to helping people navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger, and other life challenges. His style balances clinical skill with a down-to-earth presence; counseling can be focused and goal-oriented yet not relentlessly solemn.

Scott uses evidence-informed tools including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-focused methods such as EMDR when appropriate, and he adapts to each person’s immediate needs whether they seek short-term problem solving, longer-term growth, assessment and treatment recommendations, or simply a clear listening ear.

He encourages new clients to bring ideas about what they want from therapy and remains flexible when goals evolve over time.

Evidence-Based Approaches in Online Care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies to change behaviors and manage symptoms, making it useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and related concerns. EMDR is a trauma-focused method that works with the brain's processing of distressing memories to reduce their emotional intensity and can be helpful for post-traumatic stress and other trauma reactions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to clarify goals and preferences, then tailors a plan that may emphasize CBT techniques, EMDR, trauma-focused care, or a combination depending on what best fits the client's needs. Flexibility and mutual agreement guide how therapy unfolds over time.

Online therapy offers practical access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow clients to fit sessions into busy schedules, continue care when travel or relocation occurs, and select the format that feels most comfortable for discussion and growth.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, career and self-esteem struggles, bipolar mood issues, panic and phobias, and related challenges.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
He blends practical, down-to-earth support with evidence-informed techniques, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and trauma-focused methods as appropriate, while keeping sessions adaptable to clients' goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 23 years of professional experience across settings that include community mental health, psychiatric hospitals, independent practice, and work with active duty Air Force members.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW licensed in California with license number CA LCSW LCS20226 and practices from a California location.
Does he accept clients who live outside the United States?
Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions with people who are located outside the United States.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and circumstances.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with client location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should someone do to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Family problemsMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Trauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

23+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English