- Strengths-based
- Practical tools
- LGBT affirming
About Neil
Neil Steinert is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New Jersey who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and issues related to sexual identity and intimacy. He commonly supports people dealing with trauma, grief, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and ADHD. He also works with those exploring nontraditional relationship styles and members of the LGBT community.
Neil uses straightforward, collaborative sessions that focus on practical steps and personal strengths. He blends ideas from attachment work, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused methods. Sessions often look at patterns in relationships, coping habits, and short-term goals that feel achievable.
Over 13 years of practice have given him experience with a wide range of life changes. He mentions personal experience with divorce and family life, and he draws on that perspective when helping others adjust to transitions. His background includes living in Utah and relocating to New Jersey for university and family life.
Clients can expect to be asked about what matters most to them and to set clear, practical steps between sessions. Neil highlights strengths people already have and encourages building new tools alongside those strengths. He also mentions interest in conversations about responsibly used plant medicines, though that will be discussed in context during sessions.
Neil describes himself as approachable and down-to-earth. He enjoys rock climbing, backpacking, yoga, and vegetarian food. He welcomes conversations about how therapy can fit into everyday life and practical goals people bring to the room.
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in close relationships and how early bonds influence current trust and intimacy. It helps people who struggle with closeness, commitment issues, or repeating relationship habits. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical exercises. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and managing stress by building concrete skills.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and pace. That may mean combining techniques from attachment work and CBT or trying mindfulness practices alongside motivational interviewing to maintain progress.
Confirm the session formats available before booking since this profile does not list formats explicitly. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins on a tight schedule. It can also be useful when someone prefers not to use video or needs a session that requires less bandwidth. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to remote sessions so people can keep making progress while managing everyday responsibilities.
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Experience
13+ years
Credentials
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Neil commonly address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and grief, parenting, ADHD, and related life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Sessions are collaborative and practical, focusing on strengths, short-term goals, and tools you can use between meetings.
What kind of experience does he bring?
He has 13 years of clinical experience and draws on personal life experience, including navigating divorce and family life.
What credentials and region are associated with this therapist?
He is an LCSW licensed in New Jersey and practices from that state.
Which languages and international arrangements are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Specific session formats are not listed here, so please confirm current options with the service before booking.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and uses 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 schedule according to therapist availability.