Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Credentials check
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 021454
- NPI
- 1376650259
- Experience
- 46 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Steven 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
- ACT techniques
- CBT skills
- EMDR experience
About Steven
Steven Paro is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with 46 years of practice. He helps people address stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, relationship concerns, grief, and other life challenges. Steven works directly with individuals who bring specific problems and wants straightforward help solving them.
He favors focused, client-centered work that looks for practical steps. Sessions often map a problem, identify what is getting in the way, and test small changes to see what helps. Steven also uses strategies drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy when those approaches fit the situation.
Over his career he has supported people through substance use concerns, long-term grief, and trauma across different life stages. He has worked with people who are struggling with spiritual questions and those seeking to reconnect with Christian values. More recently he has experience supporting people on the autism spectrum and those with intellectual disabilities.
Steven pays attention to everyday pressures like work, parenting, money, and health. He helps people practice new ways of coping and communicating that can reduce conflict and improve daily functioning. He also assists with issues such as eating-related concerns, anger, and career transitions.
Sessions are practical and goal-focused. Steven draws on a range of methods - including dialectical behavior therapy skills and EMDR when indicated - while keeping conversations clear and actionable. To begin, a prospective client completes a brief questionnaire and schedules a first session.
BHow sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and tests small changes to reduce distress and improve day-to-day function. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a method used to process memories linked to trauma so those memories cause less intense reactions; it is used when trauma history is a central issue.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose which methods to try based on current goals, symptoms, and preferences. That choice can shift over time as needs and responses to treatment become clearer.
The practical benefits of online sessions include easier fit with daily life and less time spent traveling. Online work can make it simpler to schedule brief check-ins during lunch or to maintain continuity when schedules change. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered and how they fit into your routine.
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Experience
46+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, eating-related concerns, parenting strain, career problems, bipolar mood issues, ADHD, and related areas.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, client-centered approach with techniques from ACT, CBT, DBT, and EMDR when appropriate. The work focuses on concrete steps and skills you can use between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 46 years of clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, grief, neurodevelopmental concerns, and intellectual disability.
Is he licensed and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers