Steven Lai, LCSW

I have had five sessions with Steven and I have appreciated his insight, advice, and understanding so far. It may sound simple but it's nice to have a therapist who truly meets you where you are and gives practical solutions to every day problems so early on in treatment. It's always hard to start therapy over again. Establishing that foundation again can be very trying and hard. But so far, that's been the farthest from the truth with Steve. :)

Written on Jan 04, 2024 after therapy with Steven for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Steven is very patient, a great listener and always checking in to make sure everything is alright, couldn’t ask for more

Written on Dec 26, 2023 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Steven not only listens to your issues but offers a variety of tools help you to cope with them. He also goes out of his way to check in on you, and makes you feel cared about. His passion for helping people is shown by how much he truly cares about his patients. I would recommend Steven 10 out of 10 times.

Written on Nov 18, 2023 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

He is patient with me

Written on Jul 23, 2023 after therapy with Steven for 4 years and 4 months

Steve was great, he listened and gave me great advice.

Written on Jun 11, 2023 after therapy with Steven for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts

He is amazing. Always willing to go above and beyond what is expected from a therapist. I couldn't have gotten through this difficult time without his empathy and brilliant knowledge and expertise.

Written on Mar 15, 2023 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, bipolar disorder, and adhd

Just a true 10/10 for what has been a year of growth and support, could not possibly rate just 1/10 but if ten is the highest, so be it - 10.

Written on Jan 26, 2023 after therapy with Steven for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Absolutely excellent, very understanding, response is impeccable. I think Mr. Lai really gets me so I would give 1,000 out of 100. Very good man.

Written on Jan 18, 2023 after therapy with Steven for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, self esteem, and career difficulties

Amazing listener he’s always checking up on me even when I am not responding which I really appreciate

Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassio

Steve is a very compassionate and understanding counselor. He has asked me question to better understand myself and my thinking. He has change my mindset for the better and I look forward to having sessions with him every week. I recommend Steve for anyone dealing with internal struggles.

Written on Dec 05, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and family conflicts

He's great, listens to my needs. He offers solutions and different perspectives I haven't thought about. He is quick to respond and reliable. Easy to talk to.

Written on Nov 29, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

He’s really good at his job I feel comfortable to talk about the problems I’m experiencing.

Written on Nov 20, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

He is great.

Written on Oct 21, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd

Steve is Awesome he know how to bring me up when I’m down and he really listen to me.

Written on Sep 04, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, and self esteem

Steve is kind, compassionate, present, and very knowledgeable.

Written on Jul 23, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Trust him very much.

Written on Jun 26, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching

Dr. Lai has been a huge aid in helping me to manage stress and other personal challenges. He is a great listener that always offers well thought out and helpful advice. Dr. Lai is down-to-earth and easy to talk to.

Written on May 25, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

He is amazing! A very good listener and he helps me come up with a plan and real steps to improve. I am an active participant in my healing with him! He has a very calm and soothing demeanor and it is helpful for me.

Written on Apr 27, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, anger management, and coping with life changes

Me. Steve has been an amazing help in my life. I am extremely grateful for him.

Written on Mar 17, 2022 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and self esteem

Very caring

Written on Nov 27, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd

He's a great listener and is truly helping me.

Written on Nov 21, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, coping with life changes, adhd, and coaching

Reliable, receptive and encouraging. Steve offers biblically sound advice!

Written on Nov 06, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 2 years

Steve has helped me tremendously with my progress. Couldnt be more thankful to have him in my life.

Written on Aug 21, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, and anger management

Steve is an excellent counselor. I appreciate his ability to show me different perspectives of my situation. He’s kind and empathetic and very responsive in his communications. I highly recommend Steve!

Written on Aug 20, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks

Has helped me out immensely. Thoughtful, understanding and provides much needed perspective.

Written on Jul 07, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue

While working with Steve, I have been able to open up about topics that I have not shared with any other counselor. He has always made me feel heard and has offered me great ways to cope with past traumas.

Written on Jun 13, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management

Easy to talk to and very good advice/support!

Written on May 29, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Steve Lai is a solid, reliable counselor. He's compassionate but direct. He breaks issues down to their elements so things don't feel so very overwhelming.

Written on Apr 11, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd

I feel really blessed to have been matched with Steve, he is an excellent listener, does not dismiss not one feeling thought or opinion. He has an appropriate sense of humor and tells you like it is. I love it!! Mostly, I was having problems with my email, when I logged back in, several missed msgs of concern

Written on Apr 04, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and adhd

I love my couselor! He has helped me tremendously!

Written on Feb 20, 2021 after therapy with Steven for 2 years on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes

Steve is awesome. I am so fortunate to have him.

Written on Nov 25, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and coping with life changes

Steve is top notch. Few counselors I’ve experienced (both on Betterhelp and in-person) have displayed such a great balance of listening and offering insight. He has helped me in many ways as I struggle with depression, anxiety, etc. I’d recommend his services to anyone who feels lost or overwhelmed. He has become an invaluable resource in regards to my mental health, relationships, and life in general.

Written on Nov 24, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 1 year and 1 month

Steve listens to you and has got your back. It is my first time seeking counseling and he has made it a fantastic experience!

Written on Nov 23, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes

I believe Steve to be very helpful and an active listener

Written on Aug 14, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Steve has a great sense of empathy, very much in tune with what you are discussing with him. I felt he actively listened to me and even paid attention to what I was not saying at times. I felt extremely comfortable discussing various issues with Steve in a very safe and non-judgmental environment. I can honestly say Steve helped me resolve a lot of personal issues. I looked forward to our sessions to learn more about myself and develop skills that I needed to improve upon- like my reactions to the overwhelming stress I have been dealing with for a long time. I would highly recommend Steve as well as BetterHelp to others in need of counseling.

Written on Jun 18, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and career difficulties

Steve Lai has helped me with my anger / anxiety issues and has helped me cope better whenever these emotions come up. If you are willing to work with him, he will work with you.

Written on Jun 03, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

Steve is an amazing and understanding counselor! He is always there when I need him, responds to all my messages and deals with all the drastic changes in my life with grace. He supports me always. Talking to him has greatly improved my mental state.

Written on May 07, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 5 months

Steve is great. His unique perspective is helpful when I can't see the forest for the trees.

Written on Mar 28, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 1 year and 2 months

Steve is always available and listens carefully to my specific needs.

Written on Mar 02, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and eating disorders

I can’t believe it’s been over 1 year now that I have been working with Steve. He’s been so supportive and really educational on so many levels when I have questions about how to manage through a challenging period in my life. It’s nice to have a solid history with him now, so we can dive right into whatever’s on my mind that week. To be able to email him about anything between sessions is also so helpful! I tell my kids all the time that I look forward to chatting with my counselor; he’s helping me so much!

Written on Feb 22, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Before Steve's counseling, I have been practically mad for 5 months in a row. After listening and telling him my problems, I haven't been mad a lot. Maybe irritated but not to the point how I was before.

Written on Jan 22, 2020 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

He doesn't judge. He listens. He never gives an unsolicited opinion. If I ask his opinion, he gives it. Really good dude. Glad I have him as a counselor.

Written on Dec 30, 2019 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties

Steve is a knowledgeable person. He knows about a wide variety of subjects. he is also patient with me but helps me move forward. Thank you, Steve for sharing your insight and taking time to listen and to walk with me on this journey toward becoming more equipped for doing this thing called life.

Written on Nov 20, 2019 after therapy with Steven for 11 months

I really value Steve's expertise and insights!

Written on Aug 17, 2019 after therapy with Steven for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief

Steve is a very kind man, he’s a great listener, supportive, and helpful. My talks with him have quickly helped sort out feelings, get on track with goals, and aided in my mental well-being. I look forward to our conversations, I’m thankful there are people like Steve out there.

Written on Aug 11, 2019 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd

I have been working with Steve for quite some time now (6+ months). He is absolutely fantastic at listening and helping you unlock your potential. I am a high performing Type-A personality and he truly has helped me begin to harness this in a healthy fashion rather than letting my drive take over my emotional state. This has lead to reduced stress and a larger awareness of the fact that I am NOT the center of the universe, but, rather, a part of it and I am here to do good work and love the people around me. If you're looking for a good Christian counselor who has a great deal of experience, Steve is the person you're looking for.

Written on Jul 09, 2019 after therapy with Steven for 9 months

I truly appreciate the time and energy Steve has given me. He has truly helped me navigate through this confusing journey called life and has helped me succeed in finding inner peace.

Written on Apr 22, 2019 after therapy with Steven for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues

Steve has created an environment for me where I can share safely. He is patient, and speaks in a way that brings calm. I would recommend Steve to anyone!

Written on Apr 09, 2019 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties

Wonderful Counselor. He listens and gives very helpful information and worksheets to help you understand the concepts and apply to your life experiences.

Written on Dec 22, 2018 after therapy with Steven for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem

Steve is professional, thoughtful, patient, poses good questions, and makes helpful suggestions. He is quick to listen to slow to speak. Thankful for Steve.

Written on Dec 21, 2018 after therapy with Steven for 3 weeks

Steve is very warm and I feel safe talking to him.

Written on Aug 31, 2018 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family, self esteem, and career

Steve is smart, kind, and timely with his responses. I enjoy our conversations. He has a calm, positive demeanor and seems very genuine. He's great.

Written on Aug 27, 2018 after therapy with Steven for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping, self esteem, anger, and career

Steve is excellent at listening and giving good methods of reducing anxiety and depression. Knowing I can message him with anything has already helped more than I imagined when exploring betterhelp.

Written on Jul 25, 2018 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related, and self esteem