Rev. Skip Beyer, LMHC
Faith-informed LMHC for trauma recovery
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief and loss
- Addiction recovery support
About Rev. Skip Beyer
Rev. Skip Beyer is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Indiana who combines clinical training with pastoral perspective to support individuals through recovery and life transitions. An IWU graduate, he holds a master’s degree in community counseling and a divinity degree in theology, and he brings 19 years of experience working with issues such as trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem challenges, depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and a wide range of related difficulties including abandonment, attachment and caregiving stresses.
He specializes in sex and porn addiction recovery, alcohol and drug dependency recovery, premarital assessment and communication skills, divorce and infidelity recovery, and common concerns like poor self-esteem and persistent anxiety or depression. He is not licensed for marital therapy other than premarital work, and he emphasizes identifying and building on a person’s strengths rather than focusing on weaknesses.
Skip’s clinical approach centers on empathy, compassionate listening, and cognitive therapy techniques (CBT), delivered in a way that can include faith-based elements and scripture when desired. Treatment plans are adapted to each person’s needs, and his work aims to encourage clients to begin and sustain a healing journey. He often draws on the wisdom of Proverbs 15:22 - Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed.
He specializes in sex and porn addiction recovery, alcohol and drug dependency recovery, premarital assessment and communication skills, divorce and infidelity recovery, and common concerns like poor self-esteem and persistent anxiety or depression. He is not licensed for marital therapy other than premarital work, and he emphasizes identifying and building on a person’s strengths rather than focusing on weaknesses.
Skip’s clinical approach centers on empathy, compassionate listening, and cognitive therapy techniques (CBT), delivered in a way that can include faith-based elements and scripture when desired. Treatment plans are adapted to each person’s needs, and his work aims to encourage clients to begin and sustain a healing journey. He often draws on the wisdom of Proverbs 15:22 - Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sex addictionWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Rev. Skip Beyer have?
Rev. Skip Beyer has 19 years of experience.
Is Rev. Skip Beyer a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: IN LMHC 39001837A.
In which languages does Rev. Skip Beyer provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Rev. Skip Beyer located?
He is located in Indiana.
How can I work with Rev. Skip Beyer as my therapist?
You can work with Rev. Skip Beyer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Rev. Skip Beyer work with international clients?
Rev. Skip Beyer does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Rev. Skip Beyer cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches and Online Care with Rev. Skip Beyer
Rev. Skip Beyer draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to guide his online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on meeting people where they are, offering empathy and support so clients can explore their goals and build on personal strengths; it is often helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. CBT is a practical, skills-oriented approach that helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop new strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors.He also integrates mindfulness-based ideas to help individuals increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity, which can aid with stress, sleep difficulties, and emotion regulation. Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process - the therapist will work with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences and will adjust the plan over time.
Online therapy with Rev. Skip Beyer is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to meet people where they are, making it easier to maintain consistent work on recovery and coping while fitting sessions into busy or changing schedules.