Licensed clinical social worker recordConnecticut
Stephen Witte, LCSW
Connecticut
Licensed clinical social worker - relationships and trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Connecticut
- LCSW, licence 658
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence PR020131-1
- NPI
- 1013213941
- Experience
- 48 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Connecticut
These details come from information Stephen supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and addiction
- Parenting support
About Stephen
Stephen Witte is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) licensed in Connecticut and New York with 48 years of practice. He works with people facing relationship strains, family conflict, trauma and addiction, as well as depression, anxiety, grief, and stress. He also addresses intimacy, parenting, career questions, and problems that come with major life changes.
He lays out practical steps rather than abstract theory. Sessions focus on clear goals and manageable change. He encourages people to take an active role in solving problems instead of feeling stuck. Conversations are direct and focused on everyday life pressures like work, money, health, and caring for others.
Witte draws on client-centered methods to listen for what matters to each person. He uses cognitive behavioral ideas to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and DBT tools to teach emotional regulation and coping skills. Mindfulness and existential perspectives help people consider values and meaning when facing hard choices.
He has long experience with complex relationship issues, including blended family stress, communication and commitment concerns, boundary and control problems, and the effects of abandonment or past abuse. He also works with people navigating addiction, dissociation, domestic violence aftermath, and co-occurring conditions.
Practical matters such as sleep problems, body image, sexual culture issues including BDSM and kink, caregiver strain, and career transitions are covered in session when relevant. Witte frames therapy as a collaborative process where techniques are matched to the person’s goals and daily circumstances.
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How therapeutic styles translate to online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting. Online sessions using this approach prioritize what the person wants to address and build on their own strengths. This works well for relationship concerns, grief, and decision making where talking and feedback help clarify next steps.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. Online CBT can include homework, thought records, and skills practice that fit into daily routines. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better communication, useful for anger, intense emotions, and coping with stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean combining listening-focused strategies with CBT or DBT skills over several sessions.
The biography does not specify which session formats are used, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to schedule around jobs, caregiving, or travel, and it can allow shorter check-ins or phone sessions when video is difficult. Discuss practical arrangements during the match and when you schedule your first appointment.
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Experience
48+ years
Listed in
Connecticut, New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, and stress. Other focus areas include intimacy, sleep, body image, caregiving strain, and career transitions.
What is his general approach in therapy?
He uses client-centered listening alongside cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior techniques. Sessions emphasize practical steps, coping skills, and thinking changes that apply to everyday life.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 48 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families. That experience informs a pragmatic, problem-focused style.
Is he licensed and where does he practice?
He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with licenses in Connecticut and New York. His listed location is Connecticut.
Can I work with him if I live outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients. Confirm any cross-border details before scheduling.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. The site matching step will clarify how sessions are conducted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing details during the match and scheduling process.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
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