- Addictions support
- Career transitions
- CBT and coaching
About Stephen
Stephen Sherokey is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with 12 years of experience. He focuses on common early-adult concerns such as anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, career questions, and stress. He also works with issues like relationship strain, low self-esteem, ADHD, and coping with major life changes.
Stephen uses plain language in sessions. He listens, asks questions that clarify what matters, and helps people set small, concrete goals. He draws on practical tools to address thinking patterns and daily habits that keep problems stuck.
His clinical work integrates approaches that look at thoughts and behavior, personal meaning, and motivation for change. That can include short-term problem solving, building routines, and examining what gives someone direction. He mentions a Christian-informed perspective as part of how he frames values and conversations when clients want that included.
Clients often come with mixed concerns, such as grief that affects work, or addiction that overlaps with anxiety. Stephen helps people untangle those threads and pick sensible next steps. He encourages clear plans that fit ordinary life and follow-up actions between sessions.
Sessions are practical and conversational. Stephen aims to reduce overwhelm by breaking problems into manageable pieces. He supports people through transitions like finishing school, starting a first job, moving cities, or changing relationships.
Approaches you can expect online
Stephen commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in online sessions. CBT focuses on spotting and testing unhelpful thoughts and then changing behaviors to improve mood and daily functioning. It works well for anxiety, depression, and habits that interfere with school or work. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that helps people clarify their own reasons to change and build commitment one step at a time. It is often used for addictions, smoking cessation, and making lifestyle changes.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust plans together as progress is reviewed. Clients help shape which tools are used and how quickly the work moves forward.
Confirm session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific online methods. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Phone or video options have different practical benefits - phone can be easier if bandwidth is limited, video lets you use visual cues - so discuss what suits your routine and preferences when you schedule.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He helps with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, career changes, stress, relationship problems, ADHD, and related concerns listed in his profile.
How would he approach my worries about starting a career?
He uses conversation and practical exercises to clarify goals, identify obstacles, and build step-by-step plans for job search or workplace stress.
What is his background and experience?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with 12 years of clinical experience working with adults on mood, addiction, and life-change issues.
Where is he licensed and based?
He holds an NY LMHC credential and is based in New York.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time; sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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