Stephen Sherokey

Stephen Sherokey is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York with 12 years of clinical experience. He helps people cope with grief, addiction, depression, anxiety, and major life transitions. He also supports those facing caregiver stress, chronic illness, and end-of-life concerns in hospice and end-of-life counseling contexts.

His style is calm and direct. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps. He blends evidence-informed strategies with reflective conversation to help people gain clarity and momentum.

Stephen uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors. He draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change. Existential ideas guide discussions about meaning and purpose when people face loss or big questions.

He often works with issues such as substance use, anger, communication problems, and feelings of isolation. He also helps people manage stress, rebuild self-esteem, and work toward better relationships.

In sessions clients can expect a blend of short-term problem solving and deeper conversation about values and goals. Stephen pays attention to practical coping strategies and to tougher topics like guilt, forgiveness, and life purpose. He aims to make therapy realistic and useful for everyday life.

How his approaches translate to online work

Stephen commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in sessions. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression. Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change, which can be useful for addictions, smoking cessation, and lifestyle shifts.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences, then try methods that fit your situation. Sessions can include short skill-building work or deeper conversations about meaning, depending on what you want to address.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Online sessions can make it simpler to keep continuity of care while managing work, caregiving, or medical appointments.