Steven Paro, LCSW
Experienced LCSW specializing in trauma and addiction
- Client-centered approach
- Trauma and addiction
- Neurodiversity experience
About Steven Paro
Steven Paro is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York who brings a solution-focused, strengths-based approach to psychotherapy. With over four decades of experience working with depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, grief and loss, and trauma across the lifespan, he emphasizes practical tools and personal strengths to help clients move toward their goals. He practices in a client-centered way that aims to empower people to recognize their abilities and to rebuild or refine their coping strategies.
Steven has supported individuals who feel disconnected from their spiritual path and those seeking to reconcile therapy with Christian values. He also has recent experience working for four years with people who have neurodevelopmental disorders, including individuals on the Autism Spectrum and those with severe intellectual disabilities. That work informs his attention to diverse learning styles and communication needs.
Across his practice he draws on evidence-informed methods to address addictions, trauma, relationship and family issues, self-esteem and life transitions. As an LCSW - a licensed clinical social worker - he combines practical problem solving with an emphasis on personal growth, believing that everyone can learn and change regardless of the challenges they face.
Steven has supported individuals who feel disconnected from their spiritual path and those seeking to reconcile therapy with Christian values. He also has recent experience working for four years with people who have neurodevelopmental disorders, including individuals on the Autism Spectrum and those with severe intellectual disabilities. That work informs his attention to diverse learning styles and communication needs.
Across his practice he draws on evidence-informed methods to address addictions, trauma, relationship and family issues, self-esteem and life transitions. As an LCSW - a licensed clinical social worker - he combines practical problem solving with an emphasis on personal growth, believing that everyone can learn and change regardless of the challenges they face.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Steven Paro have?
Steven Paro has 46 years of experience.
Is Steven Paro a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are NY LCSW 021454.
In which languages does Steven Paro provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Steven Paro located?
He is located in New York.
How can I work with Steven Paro as my therapist?
You can work with Steven Paro through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Steven Paro work with international clients?
No. Steven Paro does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Steven Paro 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Steven Paro integrates several therapeutic approaches that translate well to remote work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and building a collaborative relationship so clients feel heard and supported while exploring their goals and values. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and develop practical skills to act in line with those values while managing difficult thoughts and emotions. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-informed method that can help process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity when appropriate.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals and preferences, adapting techniques as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives - video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging increase flexibility and make it easier to maintain continuity of care. For many people remote sessions reduce travel time, allow therapy to fit into varied schedules, and expand access to licensed professionals and therapists who can support recovery and growth.