- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Stephen
Stephen Rapsas is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey with 28 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, career challenges, grief, addiction concerns, and social anxiety and phobia. He also addresses caregiver stress, codependency, family of origin issues, and problems with communication and self-esteem.
He trained in counseling and social work, holding a Master of Arts in Counseling and a Master of Social Work from Rutgers University. In sessions he uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to guide conversations and practical steps. Sessions focus on conversational work and actionable strategies rather than jargon or long lectures.
Rapsas aims for straightforward, interactive sessions where people can talk through their concerns and try concrete skills. He works on coping techniques for anxiety and mood, communication strategies for family and relationship tensions, and goal-focused planning for career or life change. He also helps people wrestling with guilt, shame, loneliness, and questions of life purpose.
People can expect a mix of listening, reflection, and practical homework when it fits the issue at hand. He frames progress as small, steady changes in how people think and act. His location is New Jersey and sessions are offered in English.
To begin, prospective clients follow the online matching steps and schedule an initial session. The subscription billing for sessions can be canceled at any time, and session costs vary with location.
How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting. The therapist follows the person’s lead and helps clarify what matters most, which can be useful for anxiety, life changes, and family concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect feelings. It offers practical exercises and short skills people can practice between sessions to reduce worry, manage mood, or face feared social situations.
Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons for change. It uses guided conversation to build motivation for steps like cutting back on addictive behavior or trying new communication patterns.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences and adapts over time based on what helps most.
Confirm the current online session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so people can use therapy around work or caregiving schedules.
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Experience
28+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, career problems, grief, addictions, and social anxiety and phobia among other life issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses an interactive, conversational approach rooted in Client-Centered Therapy, with practical techniques from CBT and Motivational Interviewing.
How much experience does he have?
He has 28 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of mental health and life concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in New Jersey and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Session costs vary with location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule an initial session.