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Jeanne Stearns, LCSW-R

New York LCSW-R for stress and trauma
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addictions and recovery
  • Relationships and family

About Jeanne Stearns

Jeanne Stearns, LCSW-R, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in New York with 20 years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship challenges, and the aftermath of trauma and abuse. Jeanne approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert on their own story and that identifying existing strengths is central to overcoming obstacles.

She recognizes that seeking change takes courage and that the first steps toward a more fulfilling life can be the hardest. Jeanne focuses on supporting and empowering clients as they explore goals, build coping strategies, and create meaningful shifts. Her style emphasizes collaboration, respect for individual experience, and steady encouragement throughout the therapeutic process.

Clients can expect a calm, affirming presence aimed at helping them clarify priorities and move toward the changes they want to make. Jeanne frames challenges as opportunities to apply personal strengths and develop new skills for managing stress, relationships, and recovery from past hurts.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentBlended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsLife purposeMidlife crisisPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jeanne Stearns have?

Jeanne Stearns has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Jeanne Stearns a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW-R credential. License details: NY LCSW-R 082561.

In which languages does Jeanne Stearns provide therapy?

Jeanne Stearns provides therapy in English.

Where is Jeanne Stearns located?

Jeanne Stearns is located in New York.

How can I work with Jeanne Stearns as my therapist?

You can work with Jeanne Stearns through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jeanne Stearns work with international clients?

Yes, Jeanne Stearns works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jeanne Stearns cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Jeanne Stearns uses client-centered work to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client's priorities guide the work. This approach emphasizes listening, empathy, and building on the client's own strengths to address issues like grief, relationship strains, and life transitions.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and skill-focused, useful for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms by teaching concrete coping strategies.

Motivational Interviewing is another tool in her practice, useful for people ambivalent about change. It uses collaborative conversation to strengthen motivation and commitment, which can be especially helpful for addressing addictions and lifestyle changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Jeanne will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Jeanne can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible, while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor their support to each person.

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