He’s really easy to talk to and very well versed in psychology and how the brain works, particularly when it comes to addictions. Even just one session with him was extremely helpful:)
Esteban (Steve) Salazar, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Esteban is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Esteban. View 11 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas
Recent reviews
A very kindhearted man. Esteban Salazar is very professional with his counseling, enhanced by his approachable personality. Not once did I felt I was talked down to or belittled when discussing matters with him. It’s obvious that he is compassionate and it is easy to recommend him to others.
More about Esteban
- 10 years' experience
- Male
- LPC
Hello and welcome, my name is Esteban Salazar, but you can call me Steve. It takes courage to take these steps to address the issues you are currently experiencing. I would love to be a part of your progress to achieve your goals. I know you are the expert of your life; I will follow your lead. I will definitely make suggestions and if I believe we need to address something I will let it be known. I respect your time and money; we will set goals and each week we will make progress towards those goals. I want to get you to the point where you can use the skills you have learned, so you can continue to make progress on your own, whenever you are ready. If you find that you may need another few sessions, you can always comeback.
I have 10 years’ experience working as a counselor and graduated with my master's degree in counseling in 2018, so I have years of experience and recent book knowledge. I started out as an LCDC then I obtained my LPC license, I still hold both licenses. I started out working with people with substance use disorders. I wanted to be able to help people with substance abuse issues and other mental health issues, so I got my master’s degree and got my LPC so I can treat the other mental health disorders. My theoretical approaches include CBT, Solution Focused, Person Centered, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychoanalysis. I have experience working with trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, chemical addiction, process addiction, porn addiction, shame and guilt, self-esteem, adjustment issues, LGBTQ issues, impulsivity, codependency, and family/relationship conflicts.
I look forward to getting to know each other and am looking forward to building trust. Your confidentiality is one of my biggest priorities. I work out of a private office, and I also have a home office. Right now, I do all my sessions from my private office, and plan to continue this. I just wanted to be transparent that in the future this can change to adding a couple of days a week to my home office. Both offices provide privacy and have reliable internet services. Thank you for considering me as your counselor, I will do my best to make this as beneficial to you as I possibly can.
The available days shown are only for intakes. I will be able to schedule session in the morning, day or evening. The calendar just does not sync with my other calendar so I have to schedule then manually.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Drug and alcohol addiction
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Smoking / vaping cessation
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Esteban (Steve) Salazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386071298.
- LPC · Texas · 81278 · Expires September 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Esteban (Steve) Salazar
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
He’s really easy to talk to and very well versed in psychology and how the brain works, particularly when it comes to addictions. Even just one session with him was extremely helpful:)
A very kindhearted man. Esteban Salazar is very professional with his counseling, enhanced by his approachable personality. Not once did I felt I was talked down to or belittled when discussing matters with him. It’s obvious that he is compassionate and it is easy to recommend him to others.
He really listens and allows you to express yourself, he doesn't judge and keeps an open mind. He's very compassionate and knows how to help.
Esteban is wonderful. He is a great listener who doesn’t use his opinions when he is giving advice, which is great because he is unbiased when it comes to everything; religion , sexuality , etc. He was able to relate to me and helped me dig deep into some issues that have caused anxiety that I wasn’t able to focus on in the past. He had quick responses and always responded to my journals and worksheets.
He listens to you without judgement. His worksheets help out a lot and he knows how nake you feel welcomed.
Steve has been great to work with for the past month or so. Thoughtful and a great listener!
Steve is awesome.
Steve has been very helpful to me, he offers support and solid sound advice. He is responsive and able to think and provide feedback and guidance to a situation without having experienced anything similar. He is easy to talk to and has a fun sense of humor too. He is a good one.
Steve is great, and I really enjoyed working with him over the last 5 weeks! He’s a very good listener, really insightful, and definitely helped me process some tough thoughts and the stress/anxiety I was feeling. I appreciate it so much!
Esteban us a great therapist he is a great listener and offers me good tools to deal with issues I have in the future. I’m excited to work with him more
Very good at helping me get through my issues
Frequently asked questions
Does Esteban (Steve) Salazar offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Esteban (Steve) Salazar works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Esteban (Steve) Salazar speak?
Esteban (Steve) Salazar speaks English.
How many years of experience does Esteban (Steve) Salazar have?
Esteban (Steve) Salazar has 10 years of experience.
Where is Esteban (Steve) Salazar licensed to practice?
Esteban (Steve) Salazar is licensed to practice in Texas.
Does Esteban (Steve) Salazar accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Esteban (Steve) Salazar does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Esteban (Steve) Salazar offer?
Esteban (Steve) Salazar offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Esteban (Steve) Salazar?
Esteban (Steve) Salazar can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Esteban (Steve) Salazar?
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