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Steven Emerson, LCSW

New York LCSW for stress and LGBT care
  • Stress and anxiety
  • LGBT issues
  • Self esteem support

About Steven Emerson

Steven Emerson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with nine years of professional experience. As an LCSW he brings clinical training in social work and years of practice to help people navigate stress, anxiety, and adjustment challenges while supporting issues related to LGBT identity, motivation, and self-esteem.

He works with a broad range of concerns including coping with life changes, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting, depression, and compassion fatigue. He also addresses related topics such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, body image, codependency, gender dysphoria, and isolation or loneliness. His approach blends acceptance and practical strategies to help clients clarify goals and build skills that fit their lives.

Steven aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly. He recognizes that beginning therapy often takes courage and approaches the work with respect for each person’s pace and priorities. For those ready to explore change, he offers steady support and collaboration throughout the therapeutic process.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyControl issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Steven Emerson have?

Steven Emerson has 9 years of professional experience.

Is Steven Emerson a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: NY LCSW 091304.

In which languages does Steven Emerson provide therapy?

Steven Emerson provides therapy in English.

Where is Steven Emerson located?

Steven Emerson is located in New York.

How can I work with Steven Emerson as my therapist?

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

Does Steven Emerson work with international clients?

Steven Emerson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Steven Emerson 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Approach-Focused Online Therapy with Steven Emerson



Steven integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing into online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration so clients set the pace and goals of sessions; it is especially helpful for building self-esteem and exploring identity-related concerns. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and developing practical strategies to reduce anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms. Motivational interviewing helps people clarify their motivations and resolve mixed feelings about change, which can be useful for challenges like addictions or shifting long-standing habits.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Steven works collaboratively with clients to choose and adapt methods based on individual needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility to meet people where they are. Sessions can take place by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules, comfort levels, and communication styles. This range of options makes it easier to maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into a busy life.

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