- Stress and depression
- Relationship issues
- CBT and evidence-based
About Stephen
Stephen Strunk is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in Virginia with 25 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family concerns, depression, and life transitions, and lists coaching as part of his offerings. Sessions are conducted in English and intended for people seeking practical help with emotional and relational problems.
Stephen uses straightforward, evidence-based methods to address problems people bring. He favors cognitive behavioral approaches and other evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people identify unhelpful patterns, test different ways of thinking, and build coping skills. Work in sessions is practical and aimed at clearer communication, better emotional regulation, and realistic next steps.
He has long experience helping people through relationship strain, separation and divorce issues, blended family friction, and caregiver stress. He also addresses attachment-related concerns such as abandonment worries, avoidant or controlling patterns, and body image or eating-related struggles. Chronic pain, illness, and disability concerns are included in his practice when they affect mood and daily functioning.
Stephen describes his style as direct and supportive. He helps people name difficult feelings, talk through where those feelings come from, and try different strategies in-session. Conversations typically include exploring thoughts, practicing new responses, and planning concrete actions to test between sessions.
People who want to begin are asked to use the site button to see online therapy options, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. Costs vary with location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Stephen emphasizes cognitive behavioral approaches and broader evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Cognitive behavioral work focuses on spotting and testing unhelpful thoughts and practicing new responses; it helps with anxiety, low mood, and persistent guilt. Other evidence-based methods he uses involve skill building for communication and emotion regulation, which can reduce relationship tension and improve daily functioning.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will work with each person to select techniques that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Clients and therapist test methods together and adjust the plan based on what helps in real life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people choose remote sessions because they fit into work breaks, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Online work can allow more frequent short check-ins or focused skill practice between in-person visits, depending on the session options offered.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, and offers coaching for life transitions.
How does he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He uses cognitive behavioral principles and other evidence-based techniques to identify thought patterns that keep guilt or shame active and to practice alternative responses.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 25 years of professional experience working with adults on emotional and relational issues.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in Virginia.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking by using the site matching process, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the site.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.