- Stress and anxiety
- LGBTQ+ issues
- Workplace challenges
About Stephen
Stephen Rassi is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) based in Michigan with 19 years of professional experience. Stephen focuses on stress, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ concerns, including gender dysphoria and workplace-related stress. He aims to create an open space where people can speak honestly about what’s on their mind.
Stephen keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He listens first, then helps identify realistic next steps clients can try between meetings. Conversations cover what feels most urgent at work or in daily life, and how emotions affect decisions and relationships.
People meet Stephen to reduce constant worry, manage overwhelm, or work through identity and workplace challenges. He emphasizes small, doable changes rather than quick fixes. Sessions center on problem solving, building coping skills, and improving day-to-day functioning.
Stephen describes the first meeting as a chance to get to know each other and set priorities. He supports people as they try new strategies and checks progress over time. The pace and focus adapt to each person’s needs.
Throughout his practice, Stephen draws on nearly two decades of experience to offer steady, practical support. He encourages openness and honest feedback so work together stays relevant to what matters most right now.
How therapeutic approaches meet everyday work and identity challenges
Many evidence-based techniques focus on changing unhelpful thinking and building coping habits. Cognitive approaches help identify worry patterns and teach practical ways to rethink stressful thoughts, which can reduce day-to-day anxiety and improve decision making at work.Behavioral strategies break concerns into manageable steps and encourage small practice tasks between sessions. That can look like testing new ways of approaching a difficult conversation at work, or scheduling steady routines to reduce overall stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stephen will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. Together they set priorities, try techniques, and adjust based on what helps most over time.
The practical benefits of online therapy often include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a workday. Online options can save commuting time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to continue care when travel or relocation happens. The exact session formats available with Stephen are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking to ensure they fit your routine and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
19+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can I bring to sessions?
Stephen focuses on stress, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ related concerns, including gender dysphoria and workplace issues. People often come to address worry, identity questions, or job-related strain.
How would you describe the therapy style?
The approach is practical and collaborative. Sessions begin with listening, then move to setting small steps and building coping skills over time.
What experience does the therapist have?
Stephen has 19 years of professional experience in social work settings. That background informs a steady, experience-based way of helping people manage stress and identity concerns.
What are the therapist's credentials and location?
Stephen holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and practices in Michigan.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options when booking to ensure they meet your needs.
How are sessions billed or priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.