- Work and wellbeing
- Stress and anxiety
- Bilingual English Spanish
About Steven
Steven Merino is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in New York with more than 10 years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. He speaks English and Spanish and aims to meet people where they are in a straightforward, respectful way.
He keeps conversations direct and practical. Sessions look at what is causing day-to-day strain and what small steps might help. He tailors discussions and a plan to each person’s circumstances rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
Steven combines techniques from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral approaches, and psychodynamic ideas. That mix helps address immediate symptoms like anxiety and depression while also looking at patterns that developed over time. He explains options and tries to match methods to a person’s goals and comfort level.
He also helps with workplace issues, communication problems, guilt and shame, loneliness, and finding purpose. Men’s issues, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, forgiveness, and self-love are additional topics he supports people through.
People who prefer clear, respectful conversation and practical plans often find a good fit. Reaching out starts with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first meeting. Steven offers a supportive presence while people work toward clearer priorities and steadier daily routines.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an open, respectful conversation where the person’s goals lead the work. This approach helps when someone needs a space to be heard and to clarify what matters most to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect mood. It uses practical exercises and simple experiments to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and to change unhelpful routines.
Psychodynamic ideas pay attention to patterns and feelings that repeat over time. This perspective can help people understand where difficult reactions come from and how past experiences shape current choices.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as needed.
If you plan to use online therapy, confirm the session options before booking since formats are not listed in the original profile. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or let someone avoid travel time. Licensed professionals can use these formats to keep consistent progress while people balance work and life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Steven help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related issues like workplace stress and loneliness.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses respectful, direct conversation and tailors plans to each person. Sessions focus on practical steps and understanding patterns that affect daily life.
How much experience does he have?
He has over 10 years of professional work experience as a mental health counselor in New York.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a licensed mental health counselor with a New York LMHC credential and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.