Stephen Knowles, MHC-i
Clinical Intern
Stephen (he/him) believes therapy is a space to explore the unique and varied paths and stories of each client. His own path to counseling began in the fast-paced world of corporate events, where he spent two decades managing teams, confronting burnout, pressure, anxiety and stress. This experience, along with supporting loved ones through mental health struggles, showed him first-hand how pressure and survival mode can drown out our intentionality, values, connection, and self-trust. Now, as a therapist-in-training, he’s passionate about helping others navigate their own crossroads: whether it’s the exhaustion of people-pleasing, the disorientation of life’s transitions (family, career and more), or questions of purpose and meaning. His approach blends existential and narrative therapies with practical tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). By blending curiosity about the deeper ‘whys,’ narrative exploration, and practical, values-driven steps, Stephen helps clients address their immediate challenges while gently uncovering the meanings beneath them. Stephen is drawn to working with individuals who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, or disconnection; whether that shows up as burnout, depression, procrastination, or digital distraction. He’s attuned to modern struggles like focus, fulfillment, and the overwhelm of constant distraction. He works with clients to clarify their values, rewrite the stories that hold them back, and build meaningful changes. A British transplant who’s called the NYC area home for over a decade, Stephen brings a grounded and empathetic presence to his work. Outside the therapy room, you might find him home with his wife and cats, tending to his native plant garden, or exploring his interests in psychology, sustainability and personal growth. He believes healing happens when we face the hard questions and when we’re met with curiosity, compassion, and room to grow.
education: In-network w/ Aetna; Licensed in NY, NJ, CT, OH, TX