About me

I have been a mental health counselor for the past 22 years. A lot of my background is in crisis management as well as treating trauma. I worked with children between the ages of 9 and 17. I am currently licensed in the state of Pennsylvania as well as New York.

My orientation uses ACT principles as well as cognitive behavioral techniques. I am trained in EMDR and also specialize in depression as well as anxiety. I also work with couple counseling and relationships.

I graduated with a BS in chemistry at the University of Pittsburg and received my MS in professional counseling from Liberty University in Lynchburg VA. I did my post graduate studies at Argosy University in Sarasota.


I look forward to working with you in the future.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationships
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Depression
  • Coping with life changes
Also experienced in:
Addictions , Family conflicts , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Anger management , Self esteem , Bipolar disorder , ADHD , Hoarding , Military and Veterans Issues , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD , Paranoia , Phobias , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method

Years of Experience: 23

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

NY LMHC 002585

PA LPC PC009882

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Stephen Neel. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Jan 01, 2024 after therapy with Stephen for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning relationship

Stephen truly cares about us and checks on us frequently. We’ve been seeing him for about a year and a half and can’t recommend him enough. He’s helped us through some of our most difficult moments and we have come so far with his guidance.

Written on Dec 14, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and coaching

Steve is one of the most compassionate, thoughtful and skilled therapist I have had the privilege to work with. I cannot be more overjoyed to recommend Steve.

Written on Oct 17, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

He is kind understanding and very helpful

Written on Sep 20, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

So far we really like him and appreciate him

Written on Aug 29, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Stephen Neal’s professionalism and immediate response to messages are contributing factors to his excellence.

Written on Jul 23, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 11 months

A great help for a rough patch in my life. Good humor to lighten the mood, but also very good at taking things seriously when needed to!

Written on Jun 09, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd

Steve genuinely cares about his patients. He checks in regularly and provides thought-provoking worksheets and videos along with our highly valuable video sessions. Having the right tools provided by the right person makes all the difference.

Written on May 30, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues

Steve is a fantastic counselor. He understands my concerns and unique needs. I feel his genuine care for me and the outcome of our sessions together.

Written on May 20, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and anger management

I am very satisfied with my therapist . He listens to everything I say and give me genuine feedback. Stephen adheres to all of my preferences and check in with me as well. Thanks Stephen !

Written on May 15, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Stephen’s been fantastic to work with!

Written on Apr 29, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues

Steve is great

Written on Mar 09, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Great guy, very good at communicating on personal level with neutral attitude and positive outcome.

Written on Jan 21, 2023 after therapy with Stephen for 8 months

Listens and knowledgeable. Gives suggestions that are helpful.

Written on Dec 19, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and coping with life changes

Stephen has really helped me in so many ways. He is somebody I can open up to about my relationship challenges and has offered a variety of resources to help me gain a better perspective and ideas on how to improve my situation. I enjoy his welcoming and light hearted personality, and he is also a great listener. Highly recommend!

Written on Dec 19, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, anger management, and adhd

Steve is an amazing therapist and a great guy! He helped my boyfriend and me improve our communication skills. When I first started therapy with Steve, the relationship with my boyfriend was rocky and I had high levels of anxiety, but after working with Steve, my anxiety significantly decreased and I can confidently say that my relationship with my boyfriend is better than it has ever been! 10/10 recommend

Written on Nov 10, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts

Stephen has been very helpful and relatable

Written on Oct 23, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Stephen has been great for me. My wife and I are going through hard times and he has helped me personally to be understand what is going on and my feelings about it. He has been wonderful and has made me feel better after I’m done with each session.

Written on Sep 14, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I really enjoy my sessions with Stephen. He listens and is very caring. Stephen seems to really enjoy what he is doing. In other words Stephen is always engaged in the session and never seems bored or distracted.

Written on Sep 08, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management

Listens and responds with great advice

Written on Sep 06, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd

Very professional and personal. Encouraging and insightful!

Written on Jun 13, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem

Stephen is wonderful, I feel that he genuinely cared about how I felt and wanted me to feel better mentally. I found it easy to express myself and share my thoughts as he was always understanding and encouraging, he also gave wise advice, which I know will stick with me. I’m really grateful for my time with him :)

Written on May 18, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

Steve is the best! He knows and understands how to communicate with people and understands what you are going through. I like the fact that he gives other ideas then just thinking about things. He sends messages all the time of encouragement.

Written on May 16, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd

Steve's a great listener and pays attention to my issues prior to recommending tools to help out.

Written on May 14, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes

Very good listener, and shares practical tips. Very cheerful and nice to talk to

Written on May 11, 2022 after therapy with Stephen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I am only 2 sessions in with Stephen and I already can feel myself thinking differently about the choices I make and about my future. He has been awesome!

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