- Client-Centered approach
- Solution-Focused work
- Trauma-Informed methods
About Stephen
Stephen Burke is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) licensed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts with 20 years of experience. He works with people facing relationship concerns, parenting issues, trauma, stress, anxiety, and other life changes. Stephen also has experience with adoption-related matters and offers therapy and coaching to help improve day-to-day functioning.
He uses a client-centered style where the person sets the goals and priorities. Sessions are interactive and solution-focused, aiming to identify strengths and practical steps. Stephen describes his approach as trauma-informed and non-judgmental, and he works with clients to develop a clear plan they can try between meetings.
Expect straightforward conversations about what is getting in the way and what might help next. Stephen draws on techniques from Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy as appropriate. He also incorporates coaching elements when helpful for career or life-change goals.
Sessions address a wide range of concerns including addiction, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, caregiver stress, and blended family issues. He also lists work with first responder issues, fatherhood concerns, communication problems, and coping after divorce or separation.
Stephen practices in New Hampshire and conducts work in English. He asks prospective clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session to begin clarifying goals and next steps.
Approach and online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's goals and priorities. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is said, and helps people decide what to work on next. This approach can help with relationship worries, parenting decisions, and finding clarity on personal goals.Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes small, achievable changes. It looks for strengths and past successes and then builds simple steps clients can try between sessions. This method is useful for people needing practical strategies for stress, communication, or day-to-day parenting challenges.
Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses reactions that follow traumatic events. It helps people understand how trauma affects thoughts and behavior and works toward reducing distress and improving coping over time. This approach can be applied when trauma or abuse is part of the concern.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. If one way of working isn't helping, adjustments are made together so sessions stay relevant.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Licensed professionals can use different ways of meeting to help clients maintain momentum between sessions.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New Hampshire, Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he help with related to blended households?
He lists blended family issues alongside parenting, communication problems, and relationship concerns as areas he addresses with individuals.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses an interactive, client-centered style that is solution-focused and trauma-informed. Clients set goals and sessions work toward practical next steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of clinical experience working with people on relationships, parenting, trauma, and related concerns.
What credentials and region apply to his practice?
He is an LICSW licensed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts and practices in New Hampshire.
Are sessions available in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether in-person or remote meetings are available.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.