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Steve Dixon, M.A., LMFT

Clinical Director
Education Phillips Graduate University; Missouri State University
Degrees & Certifications
Master of Arts in Psychology (Marriage & Family Therapy); Master of Arts in English; Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist – California (LMFT, Active); Advanced Training in CBT, Family Systems, and Co-Occurring Disorders
Licensure & Professional Memberships
Licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS)
Specialties
Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Co-Occurring Disorders, Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders, Relational and Personality Disorders

 

About Steve Dixon

A Leader in Family Therapy and Addiction Treatment

Steve Dixon, LMFT, serves as the Los Angeles Clinical Director at Legacy Healing Center, bringing over a decade of experience in the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders. As a licensed marriage and family therapist with extensive clinical and leadership experience, Steve specializes in treating the complex intersection of family systems, trauma, and addiction.

He earned his Master of Arts in Psychology from Phillips Graduate University, where he focused on Marriage and Family Therapy and Co-Occurring Disorders, and a Master of Arts in English from Missouri State University, which refined his communication and teaching skills, an asset he brings to his clinical supervision and educational leadership.

Expertise in Co-Occurring Disorders and Integrated Treatment

Steve’s approach is rooted in evidence-based practice and human connection. He is extensively trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Therapy, and Psychodynamic modalities, using these frameworks to address the psychological, emotional, and behavioral dimensions of recovery.

Throughout his career, Steve has served as Clinical Director for multiple treatment centers, where he oversaw clinical operations across detox, residential, and outpatient programs. His experience also includes roles as a therapist at leading facilities, where he provided individual, group, and family therapy for clients presenting with a wide range of diagnoses, including substance-related, mood, and personality disorders.

Commitment to Excellence and Clinical Leadership

As Clinical Director, Steve oversees the development, implementation, and quality of clinical programming at Legacy Healing Center’s luxury addiction treatment facilities in Los Angeles. He provides supervision and mentorship to clinical staff, ensures compliance with ethical and professional standards, and leads continuous program improvement through performance evaluation and evidence-based innovation.

Steve’s leadership style reflects compassion and accountability, qualities that foster a culture of integrity, collaboration, and clinical excellence. His deep understanding of both client needs and organizational systems enables him to guide teams that deliver consistent, measurable outcomes in recovery care.

A Dedicated and Compassionate Clinician

Steve Dixon is known for his empathetic, grounded approach to therapy and leadership. His work is guided by the belief that sustainable recovery is built through connection, structure, and self-awareness. At Legacy Healing Center, he remains dedicated to helping individuals and families rebuild their lives through personalized, comprehensive, and clinically sound care.