- Focus on values
- Skill building
- Straightforward guidance
About Stephen
Stephen Valente is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Colorado who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and money and financial issues. He draws on five years of clinical experience to support adults through life transitions, parenting challenges, and problems connected to work or caregiving. Sessions focus on practical steps people can take right away to feel steadier and more able to cope.
Stephen uses straightforward talk and active listening to help people name what matters to them. He works collaboratively to set clear goals and tries techniques that fit each person's situation. He favors approaches that examine thoughts and behaviors and that build skills for daily life.
In practice he commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy. Those methods are used to address anxiety, mood concerns, attachment issues, and the stress that comes with caregiving, adoption, or workplace conflict. He also brings experience supporting people connected to foster care and intellectual disability services.
Stephen describes his style as nonjudgmental and strengths-based. He helps people clarify values, challenge unhelpful thinking, and try small experiments to test different ways of coping. He aims to be honest and occasionally challenging while remaining respectful and kind.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on the therapist's listed availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How therapy approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most and take small committed steps toward those values, even when feelings are uncomfortable. It can help with anxiety, stress about money, and major life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to change mood and patterns; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and workplace stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, listening stance where the therapist follows the client's lead to build insight and self-direction.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick techniques that fit their goals and daily life. That choice can shift over time as needs change and progress is made.
Session logistics are not listed in the profile, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it possible to continue progress during transitions or when in-person visits are difficult. Licensed professionals tailor the session pace and homework to what a person can realistically do between meetings.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Stephen supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, ADHD, trauma, and money and financial issues among other areas.
How would you describe the therapy style here?
Therapy is conversational and practical. The approach is nonjudgmental, strengths-based, and focused on clear goals and daily skills.
What experience does the therapist have?
The clinician has five years of experience as a practicing therapist and draws on work with people facing attachment issues, foster care contexts, and intellectual disability services.
What credentials and region are listed?
The therapist holds an LCSW credential and practices in Colorado.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the profile. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.