Steven Lanman, LCSW-C, LCSW

Steven Lanman is a licensed clinical social worker with 30 years of experience who helps people facing trauma, relationship struggles, and a wide range of emotional challenges. He supports people with anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and concerns related to LGBT identity. He also assists those coping with parenting stress, eating concerns, and family conflict.

He aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about difficult thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on clear conversation, listening, and practical steps clients can try between meetings. He encourages small, manageable changes rather than pushing for big overnight shifts.

Over three decades of practice have included work with people affected by trauma and abuse, as well as those dealing with chronic medical issues, caregiving strain, and end-of-life concerns. His experience also covers communication problems, separation and divorce, and challenges such as hoarding and body image distress.

Steven holds LCSW (Virginia) and LCSW-C (Maryland) credentials. He provides services from Virginia and works with people who prefer English language sessions. International clients are accepted, and he supports people when they take the first step toward change.

People who reach out can expect steady, practical guidance and a focus on what matters most to them. He helps clients set concrete goals and checks in on progress, adjusting the approach to match each person’s needs and pace.

How evidence-based approaches shape online work

Steven uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear goals and practical work. One approach emphasizes talking through traumatic memories and their effects, helping people reduce their day-to-day distress and regain routines. Another approach centers on building communication skills and problem-solving for relationships, which can help with conflict, separation, or parenting strain.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist and client talk about symptoms, goals, and preferences, then try methods that fit the person’s needs. Approaches are adjusted over time based on what is helping and what feels manageable.

If you are considering online therapy, please confirm the available session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Many people find remote sessions helpful because they can fit appointments into work or family schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to check in more consistently. Online work can also allow for shorter follow-ups or flexible timing when life is busy. Licensed professionals can guide which techniques transfer well to remote sessions and how to adapt exercises for home use.