He/Him
Licensed Therapist, MA, LMFT
About
Life can feel like a series of obstacles, but simply getting by isn’t the goal. I believe in helping people move beyond survival mode to experience a life filled with meaning, connection, and joy. Living with OCD can feel like being stuck in a glitchy game—repeating levels, unexpected side quests, and constant pop-ups. My goal is to help you learn the right strategies, level up, and enjoy the game of life without getting stuck on the same challenges. In addition to OCD, I also focus on depression using behavioral activation.
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About
Life can feel like a series of obstacles, but simply getting by isn’t the goal. I believe in helping people move beyond survival mode to experience a life filled with meaning, connection, and joy. Living with OCD can feel like being stuck in a glitchy game—repeating levels, unexpected side quests, and constant pop-ups. My goal is to help you learn the right strategies, level up, and enjoy the game of life without getting stuck on the same challenges. In addition to OCD, I also focus on depression using behavioral activation.
Takes Aetna, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, Forest County Potawatomi, Horizon BCBS, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser - Northern California Region, Kaiser - Southern California Region, Kaiser Permanente, Partners Direct Health, Positive Healthcare
Accepting members in California, Colorado
LGBTQ, Agnosticism, Atheism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, Hoarding disorder, Children and Adolescents
O.T.
Jul 07, 2024
I recently received numerous invoices for hundreds of dollars for sessions that are supposed to be covered by my insurance with a 20 dollar copay. The billing department emailed me to informed that they will reverse these charges and correct the errors. However my bank card was charged instead. I continue to receive invoices.
J.L.
Apr 22, 2024
Stephen is amazing at helping me get through my worst days and moments. He’s very kind and good at what he does he’s also not afraid to challenge my feelings and limits. I wouldn’t be as stable as I am today; without his help.
J.L.
Oct 20, 2023
I can’t believe how much he has helped me. I look forward to our sessions, even though he really challenges me and my OCD. I can’t believe it’s actually working. I felt hopeless when we started, now I’m totally willing to challenge myself. Because In the end my mental health is worth fighting for.
S.U.
Sep 28, 2023
Very happy with Stephen! Excited to keep seeing him.
C.C.
Sep 14, 2023
Love love love my new therapist!! He really dove deeper into the questions and answers and I felt heard and understood.
J.L.
Sep 08, 2023
I’m learning so much about myself and how to handle my own emotions and thoughts. He’s been so helpful. I never thought I’d ever recover, but I’m getting closer every session.
J.L.
Aug 29, 2023
I never thought I would ever feel better. He’s helped me in so many ways
J.L.
Aug 25, 2023
My therapy continues to evolve
O.T.
Aug 24, 2023
I feel like the therapy is really helping me a lot! Stephen has assisted me through ERP, and I have noticed improvement in my health.
O.T.
Jul 20, 2023
Your amazing therapist has made a huge difference in my daughter’s life. Thank you NOCD!!
N.L.
Jul 18, 2023
I am happy that I found this program. My son really like his therapist.I am not in the room during the session next time I will ask My son to write more.
C.N.
Jul 10, 2023
Stephen is the best!
J.L.
Jun 22, 2023
I’m seeing results. My therapist is teaching me really good coping strategies. I never thought therapy would be this effective.
C.H.
Jun 08, 2023
I was late and he still helped me
J.L.
Jun 01, 2023
I feel so seen and heard. I’m really glad I was paired up with Stephen. He’s amazing at teaching me how to do hard things. I look forward to our session together.
C.H.
Jun 01, 2023
He listens and explains things
J.L.
May 26, 2023
These sessions are so helpful
C.H.
May 22, 2023
He listened and helped me see a path I can see and travel where this past week was impenetrable.
C.H.
May 15, 2023
I feel like Steven is very invested in my well-being definitely on my side
J.L.
May 12, 2023
Helpful advice with no judgment
J.L.
May 11, 2023
Let me know I’m on the right track
J.L.
May 09, 2023
Stephen is friendly and kind design s our sessions well. We are off to a great start
O.A.
May 04, 2023
This is exactly what we've needed! Our therapist is super personable and helpful!
O.A.
Apr 28, 2023
Exactly what we need! Very happy with how these sessions are going!
N.A.
Apr 25, 2023
Stephen has been very patient with me. My themes are constantly changing and he is able to move through them with me.
J.L.
Apr 24, 2023
I’ve finally found a way forward. I’m looking forward to finally getting help
C.H.
Apr 21, 2023
Helped me understand more of what I will be doing in my therapy. He did what I hoped he would
O.A.
Mar 24, 2023
Wonderful first session! Thank you!
O.T.
Mar 17, 2023
Stephen is kind, skillful, and patient. Olivia has had tremendous progress under his guidance, and has gained so much insight and confidence to beat OCD. Stephen, you are amazing, thank you for everything that you do for this community!
C.N.
Mar 03, 2023
Wonderful and very knowledgeable therapist!
A.C.
Jan 30, 2023
Stephen G. Was so great and kind. Explained everything very well and was really great with my daughter (12 years old).
J.O.
Jan 28, 2023
What can I say - Stephen is a tentative listener, kind, and has a great sense of humor. He’s made this whole process a lot less daunting, and is very reliable. Couldn’t recommend him more.
E.H.
Jan 11, 2023
Looking forward to working with Stephen.
C.N.
Dec 20, 2022
It helps a lot I love the community feature too
A.W.
Dec 16, 2022
We are very grateful for Stephen's support, kindness, and skill in working with Addy. She has made so much improvement in a short period of time, and we are all learning alongside her. She was even able to help a friend at school this week who seemed to have a panic attack by sharing some of the strategies she learned in her session. We were able to talk about how she is not only learning for herself, but for others as well.
C.B.
Dec 07, 2022
Very nice, pleasant to be around, and straight to the point.
S.C.
Nov 04, 2022
Stephen is such an excellent therapist. Caring, sensitive, and deeply insightful, he is providing exactly what we need and we are so grateful!
J.J.
Sep 30, 2022
My first session went great. I felt very heard and felt like he knew what he was talking about.
J.J.
Sep 30, 2022
I felt very heard during this session and felt like he knew exactly what he was talking about. He gave me great homework assignments that will help me grow.
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