- Sleep and rest focus
- Values-based change
- Attachment-informed care
About Stephen
Stephen Kass is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, sleep problems, and low self-esteem. He practices in California and brings eight years of experience to sessions. He speaks English and uses practical, down-to-earth language so parents and busy people can follow along.
He focuses on understanding what gets in the way of rest and steady mood. Sessions look at patterns that cause sleepless nights, rumination, or avoidance. He works with issues such as addictions, anger, obsessions and compulsions, panic, and relationship and intimacy concerns.
Stephen blends several therapeutic styles to match each person's needs. He uses cognitive behavioral strategies to spot thinking patterns that keep problems going. He also draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how past relationships shape current reactions.
Sessions include client-centered listening and acceptance and commitment therapy practices to help build clearer values and small steps toward change. Emotionally-focused work is used when relationship feelings need careful attention. The overall aim is to help people sleep better, feel more grounded, and reconnect with what matters to them.
His method is cooperative and practical. He offers tools for managing panic, improving communication, dealing with guilt and shame, and finding purpose. To begin, people choose a Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Approaches for better sleep and emotional balance
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking small actions that align with those values. It helps when worry or rigid thinking gets in the way of rest and direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going and teaches hands-on strategies for changing sleep routines and anxious habits. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns, which can matter when anxiety, intimacy issues, or abandonment fears interrupt sleep or calm.Choosing the best approach is part of the work. The therapist partners with each person to test methods and notice what helps. Together they adjust techniques, pacing, and goals so the approach fits daily life and personal preferences.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people use techniques learned in session immediately in their own routines, which can be helpful for improving sleep habits and managing anxiety.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Stephen Kass help with?
He addresses stress, anxiety, depression, grief, sleep problems, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and a range of mood and behavioral concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a practical, collaborative approach that combines cognitive behavioral tools, client-centered listening, and acceptance-based practices to set clear goals and small steps for change.
What is his background and experience?
He has eight years of clinical experience working with emotional and behavioral challenges and aims to help people develop resilience and better sleep patterns.
What credentials and region does he practice in?
He holds an LCSW credential and practices in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what is the cost model?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.