- CBT techniques
- Existential reflection
- Motivational focus
About Stephen
Stephen Sherokey is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with 12 years of clinical experience. He works with adults who are facing anger, addiction, grief, depression, work stress, relationship strain, and major life changes. Stephen also addresses issues like self-esteem, ADHD-related struggles, and coping with chronic illness or caregiver stress.
He uses straightforward, practical conversations to help people manage strong emotions and make clearer choices. Sessions focus on concrete steps people can try between meetings, not long lectures. Stephen draws on several therapy approaches to match the situation at hand and the client's goals.
Stephen notes a faith-informed perspective influences his work, and he brings that into sessions when clients request it. He often helps people think through forgiveness, guilt, and values-based decisions without pushing any particular view. The style is more conservative and directive than some approaches, so clients get clear options and next steps.
In practice he combines thinking-focused strategies with discussions about meaning and motivation. That means looking at how thoughts and behaviors keep patterns going, while also naming what matters most to a person. He uses practical tools to reduce reactivity, improve communication, and support changes at work or home.
People often come for help with substance use, grief, career moves, or persistent worry. Stephen helps them identify small, achievable changes and tracks progress across sessions. He encourages steady effort and regular check-ins to keep momentum going.
How his approaches are used in online sessions
Stephen commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in his work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors with practical exercises and homework, which can help with anger, anxiety, and depression. Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and build commitment, which is useful for substance use, smoking cessation, and stalled goals.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Stephen will discuss goals and preferences and then work with the client to test methods that fit. That collaborative decision-making helps keep sessions focused and relevant to everyday problems.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not listed in the profile. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. If a person needs a quieter setup, a brief phone or video meeting can shorten the session and focus on one or two goals for the week. Licensed professionals generally tailor pacing and practical tools so therapy fits into daily life rather than disrupting it.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
Stephen works with adults on issues such as anger, addiction, grief, depression, anxiety, stress, relationship strain, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a direct, practical style that offers clear options and steps. Conversations focus on doable changes and tracking progress over time.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 12 years of experience as a clinician in mental health settings and private practice work in New York.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and practices from that state.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats does he provide?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.