Stephen Hudson, LCSW

Licensed in Indiana · 7 years in practice

Stephen Hudson helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and LGBT-related concerns.

License and registration

LCSW, Indiana: 34008270A · expires April 2026
NPI: 1477028330 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 7
Languages: English

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About Stephen

Stephen Hudson helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and LGBT-related concerns. He also supports people struggling with self-esteem, coping with life changes, and the physical effects of stress. Stephen is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - practicing in Indiana with seven years of experience.

He keeps sessions straightforward and focused. Conversations are guided by what matters most to each person. He listens first, then helps set clear, manageable goals.

Background and approach

Progress is tracked in ways that make sense for the client. Stephen uses client-centered methods that emphasize the person in the room. He also draws on EMDR and somatic therapy when trauma or strong body-based reactions are involved.

Those approaches are used to reduce distress tied to painful memories and to help people feel more grounded in their bodies. In practice he aims for a respectful, nonjudgmental tone. He addresses attachment and family of origin issues, guilt and shame, men's issues, and post-traumatic stress when they come up.

Sessions explore thoughts, feelings, and bodily responses so people can try new ways of coping. Therapy is tailored to the individual. Stephen works with each person to pick methods and pace that fit their goals and comfort.

The focus is on practical change and on building self-compassion along the way.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Stephen names

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Online support

Trauma-informed and body-aware approaches online

Stephen practices client-centered therapy, which focuses on the person's perspective and priorities during sessions. This approach helps people set goals and make changes at a comfortable pace while feeling heard and respected.

He also uses EMDR, a method that works with how the brain processes distressing memories to reduce their intensity. EMDR is often used for post-traumatic stress and persistent traumatic reactions. Somatic therapy is another tool he draws on to address how stress and trauma show up in the body; it uses attention to breath, movement, and bodily sensation to help people feel more grounded.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and recommend methods that fit each person's needs. Sessions can blend approaches or shift over time based on what is helping.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video allows face-to-face interaction for deeper conversation, phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging can work for quick check-ins or when typing feels easier. These formats make scheduling more flexible and let people continue work between sessions as needed.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Stephen address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, LGBT-related issues, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He also works on attachment, family of origin issues, guilt and shame, men's issues, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and somatization.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He practices a direct, respectful, and nonjudgmental approach. Sessions focus on listening first, then building practical goals and strategies that match the person's needs.

What is his professional background?

Stephen has seven years of clinical experience working with people who face anxiety, depression, trauma, and related issues. He brings that practical experience into session work.

Where is he licensed and practicing?

He is licensed in Indiana as an LCSW, which is noted as his credential in professional listings.

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.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and needs.

How are costs and scheduling handled?

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