Dr. Steven C. Walker, Licensed Psychologist

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Linda Flack

They say there are reasons and seasons why people cross your path at certain times in your life. You may know someone for just a few months in the Fall or you may meet them on a plane ride and never speak to them again - but have awesome, honest dialogue. Dr. Steven Walker crossed our path at one of the most difficult seasons of our life - and for a reason that unfortunately, is affecting so many people. Addiction, depression, and all that goes with it. Our oldest son called one day from grad school to tell me he had a serious addiction and depression problem and needed help. I had no idea of where to turn about this. No. Idea. All I knew was I needed to get him HOME and find HELP. Its not something you post on Facebook - "hey, any locals - anyone know a good Psychologist who can deal your adult childs most personal issues? PM me." I was fortunate to be given Dr. Walkers number and Ill never forget the first conversation we had; I was in my car and he returned my call in the evening. Who does that? Dr. Walker does. We chatted briefly and he was calm and assured me that if my son wanted the help, he would be able to help him. I liked his voice; the confidence in his words. Meeting him in person only confirmed that he was the real deal. Consistently. Not only did Dr. Walker help my beautiful, funny, talented, sensitive son get back on the track of "living" - Dr. Walker has taught him and continues to teach him the tools he will need to continue to grow and face lifes challenges and temptations. As parents, Dr. Walker made it clear to us right off, that these issues our son was experiencing was not a personal affront to our parenting skills. Its very easy to fall into the "what did we do wrong" trap. Dont do it. If you are a parent and have a child in turmoil, you may be nodding your head right now in agreement. Dr. Walker can help both of you. I know this first hand. Its a process, for sure, and it IS work on everyones part - but so worth it.

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Dan Lemley

Where to begin? I first saw Dr. Walker at age 25 in Portland, Oregon, at his previous practice. At the time, I knew that I needed nothing, but nonetheless something was off. I had previously been to therapists on and off for years, always with a similar outcome, someone telling me what they know about me and essentially they are the professional and I am the sick one. Dr. Walker had been referred to me as a "Life Coach", a term I hadnt heard before. Intrigued, I made an appointment. It was a different interaction than I have ever had before. Dr. Steve carried himself as an equal, he spoke with me like a friend would. I wasnt in a sterile office as a number, I felt like I was in a buddy`s living room just talking about life. He would ask well placed provocative questions that would stop me in my tracks and help me dissolve that ever-present ego that I never knew I was battling with. The sessions that followed always had something golden to walk away with, often times that would amplify at a later epiphany moment. Later on, he helped me find path and clarity on conflict resolution in some relationship issues my partner and I were facing. Our sessions were all in a range of 5-9 years ago, before Dr. Walker closed his Oregon office. I recently scheduled a long overdue phone session with Dr. Walker, (Tampa is a bit of a hike from Portland). What an amazing experience to be able to review so much of this path I have traveled, so many paradigm shifts. I have become able to be present in the moment, to appreciate what I am, not what I think I should be... balance. I owe a lot of that to seeds planted by the Dr. Walker. I am so grateful to have crossed path with a therapist that works in such a respectful and caring manner.

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Andru M

Dr. Walker (Steve as he likes to be called) is a special individual who helped me through a very difficult time in my life. I was struggling with betrayal in my marriage, recent return home from Afghanistan and some unknown childhood traumas that placed me in painful and uncertain state of mind. He creates a safe and comfortable environment, one without judgement, and helps facilitate you along a journey of discovery and healing. He turned me on to some great books and gave me some tools to use in times of crisis that allowed me to find better footing. He was flexible to meet on short notice and even met me for a walking session which I found therapeutic. His rates were unbelievably affordable and he even offered some free session time as well as short notice calls showing his sincere concern for me. I am sorry he left Portland, OR, he is missed, but I plan on continuing our relationship through this new service using phone or video. I am not one to write reviews, but this is an easy one to place and comes with sincerity and best wishes to the success of his practice. Erik M

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Kay Reinhold

In January of 2015, when in an unanticipated family crisis turned our lives upside down at home, I sought counseling from Dr. Walker. After the initial interview visit, he sent me home with a "homework assignment" (I was immediately intrigued as a retired teacher!) - I was to look up any information online about "Post Traumatic GROWTH", something Id never heard of before. He pointed out that so many people focus on the PTSD, they miss what the growth potential is in the bigger picture. Researching the Post Traumatic Growth gave me a new outlook on our family crisis as I began the really difficult work of learning about myself, and how I could control my own reactions to the crisis. Dr. Walker, while not subscribing to one faith over another, was respective of my deep Christian Faith and convictions about our family crisis, throughout the counseling sessions.

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Eric Lincoln

When I called Dr. Walker and told him that my life was a train wreck, I didnt expect him to know what I was going through. I shared my painful past experiences that seems to be a deterrent and distraction from where I wanted to be emotionally. Dr. Steve was able to provide me with a set of tools to use and help me understand how to deal and cope with these destructive thoughts and feelings. I believe that it was this understanding, empathy and education that brought me to who I am today. I now have a wonderful life with my wife and children. Changing the way I approached the problems that would encroach into my life made a huge difference. Thank you Dr. Walker for your awesome insightful observation and your understanding. This has made the difference between a life lived and a life lived peacefully. You are the best!

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Sarah Lincoln

Thanks to my father I found Dr. Walker and was finally able to sort through layers of issues I hadnt been dealing with for years. Walking out of his office on day one had me electrified! I had gotten further in one hour with Dr. Walker than I had in years seeing other therapists. Dr.Walker is the real deal! He is professional, kind, patient, open-minded, easy to talk to, funny, understanding, insightful, genuine and passionate. Dr. Walker was so fantastic and effective that six members of my family went to see him to sort through whatever issues they needed addressed resulting in great success. If you are ready to do the work within and put to use all the wonderful tools he has to offer then go see him!! You owe it to yourself!

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