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Stephen Burke, LICSW

LICSW focused on families and trauma
  • Trauma informed care
  • Family and adoption focus
  • Solution focused approach

About Stephen Burke

Stephen Burke is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with two decades of experience helping people navigate relationship challenges, parenting concerns, career transitions, and the effects of physical or emotional trauma. He combines therapy and coaching to support clients in improving daily functioning and overall quality of life, and he brings notable experience in adoption-related issues and blended family dynamics.

He practices from an interactive, trauma-informed, and non-judgmental stance, grounding his work in a client-centered philosophy in which the client sets goals and directs the focus of therapy. Sessions are guided by solution-focused methods that identify strengths and build practical plans tailored to each person or family. Trauma-focused techniques are used when relevant to address past harms and their current impact.

Stephen works collaboratively to develop realistic strategies for coping with stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy and relationship difficulties, grief, career stress, and other life changes. He emphasizes thoughtful, strength-based planning so clients leave sessions with clear next steps and skills they can apply between meetings. He welcomes the opportunity to be part of a client's journey toward improved functioning and greater well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Stephen Burke have?

Stephen Burke has 20 years of experience.

Is Stephen Burke a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. License details are NH LICSW 1443 and MA LICSW 111604.

In which languages does Stephen Burke provide therapy?

English

Where is Stephen Burke located?

New Hampshire

How can I work with Stephen Burke as my therapist?

You can work with Stephen Burke through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Stephen Burke work with international clients?

Stephen Burke does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Stephen Burke cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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