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Stan Peck

Stan Peck

LPC

Therapist · Alabama · 10+ years of experience

Experienced counselor focused on practical change

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  • Skills based
  • Goal oriented
  • Respectful care

About Stan

Stan Peck is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) based in Alabama with ten years of clinical experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and problems with motivation and self-esteem. He aims to meet clients where they are and to tailor conversations and plans to each person's needs.

He has experience in inpatient mental health settings and has worked with people who have severe mental health diagnoses, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. That background informs a steady, practical style when complicated symptoms make day-to-day life harder.

Sessions are built around clear goals and an honest, respectful tone. Stan draws on several methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness and acceptance ideas, and client-centered listening. He uses skills-based work and reflective conversation to help people notice patterns and try different ways of responding.

When anger, substance use, or relationship strain show up, Stan helps identify immediate coping steps and longer-term changes. He also addresses related areas like sleep, eating, caregiver stress, and feelings of isolation. The focus is on practical tools people can use between sessions.

He describes beginning therapy as a courageous step and emphasizes compassionate support throughout the process. Prospective clients should follow the site’s Start Therapy flow to match and schedule a first appointment.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

Alabama

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and make room for values-based choices instead of getting stuck. It can be useful for anxiety, anger, and life changes where values and actions feel out of step. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change patterns that feed anxiety or depression. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and building a trusting relationship, which helps people feel heard and more able to try new behaviors.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to match methods to their goals and comfort level. That often means trying a mix of techniques, tracking what helps, and adjusting the plan over time rather than committing to a single method from the start.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a day, because they remove travel time and can be scheduled around work or caregiving. Online work also makes it straightforward to practice skills between meetings and to bring real-life situations into discussion. Licensed professionals can guide pacing and homework so sessions fit everyday routines and goals.

At a glance

Listed location
Alabama
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (Alabama)
LPC · No. LPC04817
NPI
1114380169

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Stan help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, bipolar symptoms, trauma and related issues such as sleep, eating, self-esteem, and caregiver stress.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He combines clear skills practice with reflective listening. Expect practical techniques plus time to talk through what matters to you.

What is his professional background?

He has ten years of clinical experience and has worked in inpatient mental health settings supporting people with severe diagnoses.

What credentials and region apply to this therapist?

He holds an AL LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor in Alabama, and practices in Alabama.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are costs and payments handled?

Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are needed to begin working together?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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