Hello. Welcome to my profile. I am a licensed psychotherapist since 1992 in both New York and California. I believe that building a trusting relationship in a safe environment is the first step toward successful therapy. Psychotherapy is a two-way relationship. One of my strengths is listening. I feel one of the most basic wishes of a client is to be heard. I want to understand the issues the client identifies as well as the unspoken issues that may impede growth. My work begins “where the client is” with no agenda or judgment. As our work together progresses, I will encourage and motivate the client toward reaching goals he or she has set. However, I will employ these methods in a timely manner, when I determine the client is ready to take another step forward.
I primarily practice Psychodynamic Psychotherapy . I'm also schooled in Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness Therapy. I studied at New York University where I received my MSW in 1992. I've treated children, adults and seniors and am passionate about working with all age groups. It's very fulfilling to witness people reach their goals.
I have experience in a variety of settings, including hospitals as a medical social worker and counseling centers as a psychotherapist. I've also worked in Intensive Outpatient Programs treating the chronically mentally ill. Among the issues I've explored with clients are depression, anxiety and health issues, as well as domestic violence, PTSD and trauma. I check messages several times per day and will respond within 24 hours.
Thank you for reading my profile. I look forward to meeting you.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Body image, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
CA LCSW 24019
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Aileen Stein. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Aileen is a sweet, understanding and compassionate person. Being vulnerable is very hard for me, and Aileen has been very sensitive and tactful in her responses when I open up.
Written on Oct 11, 2024 after therapy with Aileen for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Soft spoken, sincere, thoughtful.
Written on Jun 27, 2024 after therapy with Aileen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and self esteem
Aileen is a great listener, which is what I need most. When she asks a question (which sometimes I ask her to do), it's always the right question. I look forward to our sessions.
Written on Mar 19, 2024 after therapy with Aileen for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She is a great listener and let's me take all the time I need.
Written on Feb 01, 2024 after therapy with Aileen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
She really is a good listener and she doesn’t make me feel like I’m an awful when I open up to her about my past and bad experiences.
Written on Jan 27, 2024 after therapy with Aileen for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Aileen is a thoughtful and effective therapist. She listens intently without judgement, and will often take time outside of sessions to research and recommend exercises or techniques for working through difficult situations.
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Aileen for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coaching