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Steven Jobson

Steven Jobson

LCSW

Therapist · New York · 30+ years of experience

Working with stress, anger, and life transitions

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  • 30 years experience
  • New York LCSW
  • Practical emotion work

About Steven

Steven Jobson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York with more than 30 years of practice. He focuses on helping people handle stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, anger, and career-related challenges. He approaches work with respect for each person's strengths and life story.

He draws on long experience supporting people through grief and loss, work-life strain, and substance use issues. He also addresses attachment concerns, communication problems, isolation and loneliness, questions about life purpose, men's issues, midlife transitions, social anxiety and phobia, and workplace difficulties. His background includes service as a United States Air Force Vietnam Era veteran.

In sessions he centers the client's perspective and practical steps. He encourages clients to use their own strengths while learning new ways to manage strong feelings like anger and anxiety. He emphasizes steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Steven holds a New York LCSW credential, which he uses to guide treatment planning and referrals when needed. He believes starting therapy is an act of courage and offers support through that early work.

People who reach out can expect straightforward conversation about next steps, realistic goals, and techniques to reduce stress and improve relationships. Confirm current session options before booking to make sure they match personal needs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefAnger managementCareer difficulties

Additional focus areas

Experience

30+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

Many therapists use practical, evidence-based techniques to help people manage anger and anxiety. One common approach focuses on learning specific skills to notice triggers, slow down reactions, and try different responses; this helps with anger, workplace stress, and relationship tension. Another approach emphasizes exploring patterns in attachment and communication to improve how people connect and talk through conflict and loneliness.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals, test techniques, and adjust the plan as needs and preferences become clearer. That means trying an approach for a few sessions and checking in about what's helping and what needs to change.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions will be delivered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, shorten commute time, and offer more consistent check-ins during workweeks. It also lets people use quieter surroundings or audio-only check-ins when that suits them better. Talk with the therapist about scheduling, session length, and any practical needs to make therapy fit everyday life.

At a glance

Listed location
New York
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (New York)
LCSW · No. 076809
NPI
1265578918

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Steven focus on?

He addresses stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, anger, and career issues. He also helps with attachment struggles, communication problems, isolation, life purpose, men's issues, midlife crisis, social anxiety and workplace matters.

What is his general therapy style?

He centers the client's story and strengths and uses practical conversation and skills work. Sessions emphasize small, achievable steps to manage strong emotions like anger and anxiety.

How much experience does he bring?

He has over 30 years of professional experience working with people on stress, grief, substance issues, and work-life challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York. His professional background also includes military service as a United States Air Force Vietnam Era veteran.

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 costs and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm current pricing details before starting.

What are the steps to begin therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. Confirm current session options before booking.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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