Clinicians who offer sliding scale payment structures may offer lower or reduced fees based on an individual's ability to pay. Please contact this clinician for more details regarding their fees or sliding scale policy.My Approach to Helping
My name is Ray DiStephan, LCSW. I have been working with teens and their families for the past 28 years. I have an in-depth understanding of public education and special education. I also work with adults and focus on building a personal rapport with every individual that I work with. Together we look for and find some strategies and a few answers. My approach to helping are Humanistic, Existential, Life Coaching and CBT.
I believe in being open, honest, and direct. Trust is essential in any therapeutic relationship. I work hard to earn that trust and do so by offering a nonjudgemental and safe environment.
I became aware that I wanted to become a therapist fairly early in my life. I went through difficult life circumstances in my mid-teen years and found great help in a counselor that I met while I was in high school. I knew then that this was the path for me. I love helping people and seeing them leave in a happier place than they were when I met them.
Each individual is different, and hishertheir reason for being in counseling can greatly vary. Goals are an important piece, but only after some trust is established.
I want to get to know you and learn about the everyday person that you are. I want you to feel comfortable with me, whether that is you wanting to know more about me or you wanting me to be a blank and neutral slate for you. Why you are seeking help is obviously an important part of that first discussion.