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I’m a trauma-informed therapist who values authenticity, empathy, and real-world support. My approach is grounded and collaborative—I don’t just sit back and listen; I walk alongside you. I believe in meeting people exactly where they are, without judgment, and honoring the full complexity of their lived experience. Whether you’re navigating trauma, identity, relationship struggles, or life transitions, I offer a space where it’s safe to be honest, messy, and human. I bring a calm, compassionate presence and work with you to identify what’s working, what’s not, and what healing can look like—on your terms. My style is transparent, flexible, and rooted in helping you feel more connected, empowered, and clear.
In our first session, we’ll take time to get to know each other. I’ll ask about what’s bringing you to therapy, what you’re hoping for, and anything you think is important to share and for me to know. There’s no pressure to share everything right away—we’ll move at your pace. This process is fluid; sometimes what we think we need shifts as time passes, and that’s okay.
My greatest strength as a therapist is my ability to meet clients where they are—with compassion, honesty, and flexibility. I’m transparent in the process, and if we need to shift gears along the way, we’ll do that. This is your journey.
I work best with people who are ready to look a little deeper, whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, identity questions, or relationship struggles.
Cash - $100 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Braven Health - Medicare
Capital Blue Cross
Capital Blue Cross - Medicare
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Geisinger - Commercial
Geisinger - Medicare
Geisinger – Dual (Geisinger Gold HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Highmark
Highmark - Medicare
Horizon
Horizon - Medicare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
UPMC Health Plan
UPMC Health Plan - Medicare
WellCare
I approach therapy by engaging clients as whole human beings, not just a set of symptoms or challenges. Grounded in empathy, respect, and authenticity, I aim to create a space where people feel safe to be themselves and explore what matters most to them.
I help clients develop a more kind and understanding relationship with themselves, especially when they struggle with shame, self-criticism, or painful past experiences.
I support clients in exploring and reshaping the stories they tell about themselves. By identifying dominant narratives and uncovering overlooked strengths, we work together to build more empowering and authentic self-understandings.
I use EMDR to help clients process and heal from distressing memories and trauma. By targeting the root of emotional and physiological responses, EMDR supports meaningful shifts in how clients experience themselves and the world.
7 ratings with written reviews
March 9, 2026
I feel lighter after our sessions. I truly look forward to speaking to him!
February 25, 2026
Stephen is a warm, caring provider, and helps cut through the B.S. to make me feel better about my situation. I look forward to every session.
February 17, 2026
He is warm and caring and easy to talk to, I have no trouble opening up to him and I trust him to help me. I look forward to every appointment, because I feel better and enlightened afterwards.