Steven Cohen, LCSW - Therapist in New Jersey

Attachment-based work
CBT techniques
Emotion-focused work

About Steven

Steven Cohen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New Jersey with 14 years of professional experience. He works with adults who are facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting challenges, depression, and major life changes. He also lists life purpose as an area of focus and speaks English.

Steven uses several practical therapy methods to help people talk through problems. He draws on attachment-based work to look at how early bonds shape current relationships. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot and change unhelpful thinking patterns. He also uses client-centered and emotionally-focused approaches to improve communication and emotional connection.

Sessions focus on concrete steps and clearer options rather than abstract theory. People can expect direct conversation about what is causing distress and what might help. He also addresses issues such as anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar, and family of origin problems when relevant.

Steven notes additional areas he works with, including abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment issues, commitment concerns, and some personality-related patterns. He also lists experience with body image, caregiver stress, and topics around alternative sexual cultures including BDSM and kink.

His approach aims to be respectful and sensitive while helping patients identify patterns and try new behaviors. For information about session formats and scheduling, confirm current options before booking and follow the practice's intake steps online.

How attachment, CBT and emotion-focused work translate to online sessions

Attachment-based work looks at how early relationship patterns affect present behavior and trust. Online sessions can use this approach to map recurring interaction patterns and practice different responses in everyday relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes; it often uses clear homework and short exercises that fit into a weekly routine. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people notice and name emotions and then change how they respond in key conversations.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose methods based on what feels most useful, the client's goals, and how the client likes to work. That may mean combining approaches or shifting focus over time as needs change.

Confirm the available session formats before booking, as specific formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, support shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also allow people to use methods like CBT homework or emotion-focused practice between sessions to build new habits in day-to-day life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression Coping with life changes

Also works with

Parenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody image Caregiver issues and stress Commitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelity Isolation / loneliness JealousyLife purposeMen's issues Midlife crisis Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Listed in

New Jersey

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting issues, depression, coping with life changes, career questions, and related concerns such as anger and self-esteem.

How would he approach someone who feels stuck?

He uses attachment-based, client-centered, and cognitive behavioral methods to identify patterns, talk through options, and try small behavioral changes.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 14 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and relationship concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Jersey and practices from that state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions arranged and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; check the service details for exact pricing.

What are the steps to begin working together?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.