LMHC

Steven Merino, LMHC

Therapist in New York

Steven is a LMHC therapist in New York.

10+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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About Steven

Steven Merino is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York with 10 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions. He brings a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate approach to therapeutic work and tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs and goals.

Steven works with a wide range of concerns including coping with life changes, communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, questions about life purpose, men's issues, post-traumatic stress, self-love, social anxiety and phobia, and workplace difficulties. He emphasizes practical strategies alongside deeper exploration so clients gain both immediate coping tools and longer-term insight.

Seeking change takes courage, and Steven aims to support and empower clients as they take those first steps toward a more fulfilling life. Therapy with him is collaborative, respectful, and tailored to help clients build resilience, clarify priorities, and move toward greater wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Steven uses client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic approaches to guide online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, creating a space where clients’ own goals and values shape the process and supports growth in self-esteem and decision making. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical skills for managing anxiety, stress, and depressive symptoms. Psychodynamic therapy explores how past experiences and relationship patterns influence current feelings and behavior, which can be helpful for deeper issues like trauma, shame, and repeated interpersonal difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Steven works collaboratively with each person to determine which combination of methods best matches their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how care is delivered - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, manage energy levels, and maintain continuity of care across life changes. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide timely support that adapts to each client’s circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Steven Merino have?

Steven Merino has 10 years of professional experience.

Is Steven Merino a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: NY LMHC 014800.

In which languages does Steven Merino provide therapy?

Steven provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Steven Merino located?

Steven is located in New York.

How can I work with Steven Merino as my therapist?

You can work with Steven through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Steven Merino work with international clients?

Steven Merino does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Steven Merino cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.