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Steven Penn, LCSW

New York LCSW supporting life transitions

  • LGBT+ affirmative care
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Tailored treatment plans

About Steven Penn

Steven Penn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with 9 years of professional experience. He focuses on supporting people facing stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and the many challenges that accompany life changes. Steven affirms LGBT+ identities and approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a space where concerns can be explored honestly.

He tailors dialogue and treatment plans to the specific needs of each individual, drawing on that personalized approach to help clients move toward clearer goals and greater wellbeing. Steven acknowledges the courage that seeking help requires and positions his role as a supportive, empowering partner throughout the process. His practice emphasizes collaboration, practical coping strategies, and attention to the unique context of each person seeking change.

As a licensed practitioner, Steven combines clinical training with an empathic, strengths-based stance to help clients navigate transitions and build resilience over time.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Steven Penn have?

Steven Penn has 9 years of professional work experience.

Is Steven Penn a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License details: NY LCSW 099245.

In which languages does Steven Penn provide therapy?

Therapy with Steven Penn is provided in English.

Where is Steven Penn located?

Steven Penn is based in New York.

How can I work with Steven Penn as my therapist?

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

Does Steven Penn work with international clients?

Steven Penn does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Steven Penn cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match a client with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Steven Penn

Steven often integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy into his work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a collaborative relationship in which the client's priorities guide the sessions - it is helpful for exploring personal values, relationship concerns, and motivation for change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies unhelpful thoughts and behavior patterns and supports practical steps to reduce symptoms of anxiety, low mood, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches skills to increase present-moment awareness and calm, which can be useful for managing stress, rumination, and emotional overwhelm.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Steven works collaboratively to determine which methods best align with a person's needs, goals, and preferences. He adjusts techniques as progress is made and as priorities shift, ensuring the work remains client-centered.

Online sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for a range of schedules and circumstances. These formats make it easier to attend sessions from different locations, maintain continuity during life transitions, and fit therapy into busy routines while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor care to individual situations.

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