My name is Steven Purvin and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor-Master Level (CASAC-M). I earned my Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling at Hofstra University in 2015. I have 8 years of clinical experience working with individuals who suffer from severe and persistent mental illness, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. I also specialize in working with those who struggle with anxiety and panic disorders, depression, mood disorders, addictive thinking and behavior, relationship issues, life transitions, and men’s issues.
My methodology is both integrative & collaborative; incorporating principles of mindfulness, strength-based approach, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing.
My approach involves setting the tone for a safe space, providing empathy and unconditional positive regard, and establishing person-centered goals. I assist clients in developing the ability to challenge unhelpful thought patterns, gain insight into the past, reduce stress, self-regulate, & become emotionally resilient.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Body image, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sex Addiction, Smoking/Vaping Cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy
NY LMHC 008599
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Really enjoyed working with Steven, he's diligent, professional, and helped me take steps to improve myself. Highly recommend his service.
Written on Dec 28, 2023 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
This is my first time trying an online therapy platform and thus far though very new to it I feel good about my decision to give this a shot. My therapist Steven Purvin has been great in listening to me and sending me items to use in order to begin to work on my self, reflect back on the past and what I hope for the future. These worksheets are items I never received in previous therapy sessions out side of BetterHelp. I hope to continue to leave positive reviews :)
Written on Dec 26, 2023 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes