- Client-centered approach
- Solution-focused work
- Trauma-informed care
About Stephen
Stephen Burke is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) licensed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts with 20 years of experience. He helps people who struggle with relationships, parenting, career challenges, trauma, and related stressors. He also has experience with adoption and foster care concerns.
Stephen uses a direct, interactive style in sessions. He follows a client-centered approach where the person sets goals and decides what to work on. Sessions are solution-focused, so they move toward practical steps and small changes that feel doable.
When trauma or past abuse is part of the picture, Stephen brings trauma-focused methods into the work. That means attention to how past events still affect daily life and practical ways to reduce their impact. The work often includes identifying triggers, building coping skills, and pacing progress so it feels manageable.
Stephen often helps people sort out communication issues, commitment or intimacy concerns, and family-of-origin problems. He also supports clients dealing with grief, addiction, stress, and career decisions. He frames problems in everyday terms and looks for concrete next steps rather than abstract theory.
Sessions are collaborative. Stephen listens, offers observations, and helps design simple plans to try between meetings. He emphasizes strengths people already have and uses short-term goals to build momentum. For people juggling parenting, work, or caregiving, he focuses on practical strategies that can fit into busy lives.
How therapeutic approaches show up online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on what the person wants to work on. The therapist listens, reflects, and helps the client set goals. This approach supports people sorting out relationship problems, parenting choices, or career decisions.Solution-Focused Therapy centers on small, concrete steps. The aim is to notice what is already working and build on those strengths. It is useful for people who want practical strategies for stress, anxiety, or communication issues.
Trauma-Focused Therapy pays attention to how past harm affects present life and coping. It includes pacing, stabilizing reactions, and developing skills to reduce the ways trauma shows up day to day. This approach can be helpful for those who have experienced abuse or other traumatic events.
Stephen will work collaboratively to find which approaches fit best for a given person. He discusses goals and preferences, then suggests ways to combine methods. Deciding on an approach is part of the first meetings and can change as work progresses.
Confirm the specific session formats offered before booking, as the biography does not list them. Online therapy can make scheduling easier, allow shorter check-ins around work or caregiving, and reduce travel time. It can also let someone choose a session that does not require video if they prefer a quieter, less bandwidth-intensive option.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New Hampshire, Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people with relationships, parenting, trauma, stress, anxiety, grief, addiction, and related family issues.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are interactive and client-centered, with a focus on practical steps and solutions the client wants to pursue.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of experience working with people on relationship, parenting, trauma, and career concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a LICSW licensed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts and practices from New Hampshire.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from another country?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.