About Steven

Dr. Steven Noles is a clinical psychologist based in Virginia with forty years of experience. He earned a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) from the Virginia Consortium for Professional Psychology and brings a calm, practical style to sessions.

He focuses on common struggles like anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and low self-esteem, and he also addresses ADHD and career concerns. Dr. Noles blends client-centered methods with cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused strategies.

Background and approach

He aims for clear, step-by-step plans that people can try between sessions. Conversations are collaborative and geared toward real-life changes rather than abstract theory. His background includes work as a staff psychologist in the U.S.

Navy and many years in full-time independent practice. He has consulted with colleges and athletic programs on ADHD, learning differences, and performance issues. That mix of settings gives him experience with both clinical and performance-related challenges.

He also has experience consulting with athletes at high school, college, and professional levels, and has worked at a selective personal university. Outside of work he has been married for over 38 years, is a father and grandfather, and volunteers at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, Virginia. Dr.

Noles offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

Approaches that guide online work and goals

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building trust. The therapist offers empathy and reflection so people can clarify their own goals and values, which is helpful for anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. Clients learn practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors, a useful fit for stress, depression, and many ADHD-related challenges.

Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes small, forward steps. Sessions often identify concrete goals and quick strategies people can try between meetings to see tangible change.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to choose approaches that match a person's goals, preferences, and day-to-day demands. Clients can expect to talk about what has worked or not worked before and then adapt the plan together.

Online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls approximate sitting in the same room, phone sessions can be shorter check-ins or fit a break at work, and live chat or text messaging let people check in when schedules are tight or being on camera isn't desired. These formats offer flexibility so therapy can continue across locations and routines.

Questions people ask

What concerns does he address?
He works with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem problems, grief, trauma and ADHD among other life challenges.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a collaborative, integrative approach combining client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, and solution-focused strategies to build practical steps.
What is his professional background?
He holds a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) and has forty years of experience including roles as a staff psychologist in the U.S. Navy and long-term independent practice.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practices in Virginia and is listed as a VA Psychologist with the designation 0810001476.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and he also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match varied schedules and communication preferences.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

What this therapist works with

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Experience
40 years
Licensed
Virginia
Languages
English

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