Steven Paro, LCSW
Experienced LCSW offering solution-focused care
- Trauma and grief
- Substance use support
- Neurodiversity experience
About Steven Paro
Steven Paro is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 46 years of professional experience who focuses on practical, solution-oriented care tailored to the issues clients bring to therapy. He has extensive experience addressing depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, grief and loss, and trauma experienced at any stage of life. Steven emphasizes a positive, client-centered approach that helps people recognize their existing strengths and capabilities so they can set and achieve meaningful goals.
He is comfortable working with individuals who feel they have lost their spiritual direction and who wish to reconnect with their Christian values. In recent years Steven has spent four years working with people with neurodevelopmental disorders, including those on the Autism spectrum, and with individuals who have severe intellectual disabilities. He believes that learning and growth are possible for everyone, regardless of the challenges they face, and he aims to empower clients through collaborative, strength-based work that focuses on real-world solutions.
He is comfortable working with individuals who feel they have lost their spiritual direction and who wish to reconnect with their Christian values. In recent years Steven has spent four years working with people with neurodevelopmental disorders, including those on the Autism spectrum, and with individuals who have severe intellectual disabilities. He believes that learning and growth are possible for everyone, regardless of the challenges they face, and he aims to empower clients through collaborative, strength-based work that focuses on real-world solutions.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Steven Paro have?
Steven Paro has 46 years of professional experience.
Is Steven Paro a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are NY LCSW 021454.
In which languages does Steven Paro provide therapy?
Steven Paro provides therapy in English.
Where is Steven Paro located?
Steven Paro is located in New York.
How can I work with Steven Paro as my therapist?
You can work with Steven Paro through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Steven Paro work with international clients?
Steven Paro does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Steven Paro 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.
Approaches Steven Paro Uses in Online Therapy
Steven Paro integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy with practical strategies drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). ACT emphasizes helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and committing to actions that move them toward a meaningful life - it can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's own experience, offering empathy and support to help people discover their strengths and make choices aligned with their goals. CBT offers structured tools to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety and support changes in habits.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Steven works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He balances active skills training with an empathetic, client-focused stance so the plan evolves as the work progresses.
Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make therapy more flexible and accessible, allowing people to connect from home or other convenient locations and to choose formats that suit their comfort and schedule. These options support ongoing engagement and make it easier to maintain momentum between sessions.