Therapist profile
Jeanne Stearns, LCSW-R
New York
LCSW-R in New York - Anger and Relationship concerns
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- CredentialsLCSW-R
- LicenseLCSW-R, New York / 082561
- NPI1598016495
- Experience20 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationNew York
About
- Anger management skills
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Motivational interviewing
About Jeanne
Jeanne Stearns is a licensed clinical social worker in New York (LCSW-R) with 20 years of professional experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, depression, anger, and related concerns. Jeanne works with adults who want clearer thinking and calmer responses in daily life.
Her approach starts from the view that each person knows their own story best. She uses that knowledge to shape practical steps forward. Conversations focus on identifying strengths, mapping patterns that keep problems alive, and testing changes that actually fit day-to-day life.
Jeanne draws on several established methods to guide sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Motivational Interviewing supports people who feel stuck and want to find reasons to change. Client-centered and narrative ideas keep the client's experience central and help reframe difficult memories or beliefs.
Sessions tend to be straightforward and goal-focused. Jeanne works on skills for handling anger, reducing reactivity, managing cravings, improving communication, and coping with grief or life transitions. She also addresses long-standing patterns like codependency or problems rooted in family of origin.
Her style is practical and conversational. People leave with specific practices to try between meetings. To begin, users complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online therapy options button.
How sessions work
How Jeanne applies approaches to online therapy
Jeanne commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce reactivity and manage symptoms like anger or anxiety. Motivational Interviewing helps people who feel ambivalent about change by clarifying personal reasons and building commitment to practical steps.She also draws on client-centered and narrative techniques to keep the client's perspective central. That means conversations explore how life events and personal stories shape current patterns, while the therapist and client collaboratively choose strategies to try. Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work together, and Jeanne adjusts based on a person's goals and preferences.
The original profile does not specify session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, reduce travel time, and let people join sessions from different locations. Licensed professionals can use these practical benefits to keep momentum between meetings and to practice new skills in daily life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, anger, parenting strain, grief, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar challenges, ADHD, and related struggles.
What is her general therapeutic approach?
She prefers a person-focused, practical approach. Sessions use techniques from client-centered work, CBT, motivational interviewing, narrative and solution-focused methods to set goals and test changes.
How much experience does this clinician have?
She has 20 years of professional work experience in mental health practice in New York.
Which credential and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R, practicing in New York.
In what language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.