- Stress and anxiety
- Panic and mood
- Relationship help
About Anthony
Anthony Stephens is a licensed mental health counselor with 28 years of practice in New York. He helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief, and the effects of trauma. His manner is warm and direct, aimed at helping someone feel steadier and more able to cope.
In sessions he listens first and then works with each person to find what helps most. He draws on approaches grounded in evidence to address mood problems, attachment concerns, and communication struggles. Conversations focus on practical steps people can use between meetings as well as understanding how past experiences shape current reactions.
Anthony has long experience supporting people through relationship conflict and the fallout from traumatic events. He also helps people sort the intense physical and emotional reactions that accompany panic and panic disorder. The goal is to reduce overwhelm and build clearer ways to manage difficult moments.
His work tends to be collaborative and paced to each person’s needs. He encourages skill-building, clearer communication, and stronger coping strategies so people can function better at home and work. Over time clients often move from immediate relief toward sustained change.
Sessions follow a straightforward process: identify pressing concerns, try practical tools in session, and make small changes that fit everyday life. To begin a match, use the Start Therapy button and complete the short questionnaire to schedule according to availability.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Anthony uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety, panic, and trauma-related symptoms. One approach focuses on teaching concrete coping skills for anxiety and panic so people learn to notice triggers and use short exercises to reduce intense reactions. Another approach helps people examine patterns in relationships and attachment, improving communication and how they respond in stressful moments.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose which techniques to try based on their goals, symptoms, and preferences. That plan can change over time as needs shift and progress is made.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing sessions from a convenient location. It can also support shorter check-ins when needed and make it simpler to maintain regular appointments alongside work or family commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
28+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist address?
He supports people managing stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship difficulties.
How would you describe the therapeutic style here?
The approach is collaborative and straightforward, focusing on listening, practical skills, and clearer communication to help people cope day to day.
How much clinical experience does this counselor have?
Anthony Stephens has practiced since 1997, bringing 28 years of experience working with mood, trauma, and relationship concerns.
What are the listed credentials and the therapist's location?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in New York and practices from that state.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.