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Jonathan Stepansky

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS

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Available both in-person and online
105 Grove Street Suite 5A Montclair, NJ 07042
Hello and welcome. It is easy to become upset when we experience hardships and lack a safe and supportive environment in which to work through them. Nor does it help when, owing to circumstances beyond our control, we find it difficult to be ourselves and lose touch with what makes us "us." What has been found helpful in such circumstances is a trusting and respectful relationship with a therapist. Such a relationship, and the insight it promotes, can facilitate growth, empowerment, and positive change.
I am board certified in mental health counseling in addition to being an approved clinical supervisor for NJ LAC's. I have worked in various team settings, including group practices and hospitals. In all my professional capacities, I highly enjoy working as a community and individual therapist and take seriously your obstacles, progress, and growth.
As a client-centered psychotherapist, I emphasize the healing ability of the individual and believe we are all capable of gaining the kind of insight that can propel us forward in meeting our own unique goals. I employ a psychodynamic and humanistic approach to assist clients in this understanding and process.
Call or Jonathan Stepansky now for a free 15 minute consultation - (973) 510-2485

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Essential Counseling Services

105 Grove Street

Suite 5A

Montclair, NJ 07042 map

(973) 510-2485

Essential Counseling Services

286 5th Avenue

10th Floor

New York, NY 10001 map

My website
It is important to remain and feel connected, even if it's at a "distance." I offer tele-health appts. for your convenience and comfort.
I specialize in Life Transitions, Mood Disorders and Emotional Disturbance 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (973) 510-2485
Photo of Jonathan Stepansky, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Essential Counseling Services

105 Grove Street

Suite 5A

Montclair, NJ 07042 map

(973) 510-2485

Essential Counseling Services

286 5th Avenue

10th Floor

New York, NY 10001 map

My website
It is important to remain and feel connected, even if it's at a "distance." I offer tele-health appts. for your convenience and comfort.
I specialize in Life Transitions, Mood Disorders and Emotional Disturbance 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna EAP
  • Aetna Student Health
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Cigna EAP
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Evernorth EAP
  • Group Health Incorporated (GHI)
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • NJ Medicare Traditional Part B
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Surest
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum EAP
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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At no cost to you, we have our billing department verify your health insurance before the first appointment is scheduled. We intend for you to be completely informed of any / all financial responsibility prior to starting services with ECS.
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Jonathan Stepansky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 510-2485
"
At no cost to you, we have our billing department verify your health insurance before the first appointment is scheduled. We intend for you to be completely informed of any / all financial responsibility prior to starting services with ECS.
Photo of Jonathan Stepansky, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Jonathan Stepansky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 510-2485

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 37PC00445600 Jonathan Stepansky
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 18 years
  • Attended Montclair State University, Graduated 2009
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: New York 009218 / 2018
  • Certificate from NBCC CCMHC 261779 / 2018
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Jonathan Stepansky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (973) 510-2485
Photo of Jonathan Stepansky, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Jonathan Stepansky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (973) 510-2485

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Jonathan Stepansky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (973) 510-2485
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Jonathan Stepansky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (973) 510-2485

7 Endorsements

Wellness Entreated & Restored LLC-Kimara Runcie
Wellness Entreated & Restored LLC-Kimara Runcie
Licensed Mental Health CounselorLMHCLCPCNCC
I offer my highest recommendation for Jonathon with whom I have had the privilege of working alongside at Essential Counseling Services for the past three years. Jonathon consistently demonstrates exceptional expertise in the Mental Health Arena.
Helaina Altabef
Helaina Altabef
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalLACMSTCPC
Jonathan is a non-judgmental, warm counselor who gives words for what we feel. He provides understanding and action. He helped me embrace change and provided helpful resources for taking next steps. I am more empowered and connected as a result.
Lisa Ellis
Lisa Ellis
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPCLCADCACS
Jonathan brings deep clinical insight, compassion, and professionalism to his work. Clients consistently benefit from his ability to create a safe, supportive environment that fosters meaningful growth and change. I highly recommend Jonathan.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Strength-Based
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Jonathan Stepansky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (973) 510-2485
Photo of Jonathan Stepansky, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Jonathan Stepansky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (973) 510-2485

Location

Primary Location

Essential Counseling Services

105 Grove Street

Suite 5A

Montclair, NJ 07042

(973) 510-2485

Additional Location

Essential Counseling Services

286 5th Avenue

10th Floor

New York, NY 10001

(973) 510-2485
"
It is important to remain and feel connected, even if it's at a "distance." I offer tele-health appts. for your convenience and comfort.
Photo of Jonathan Stepansky, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Jonathan Stepansky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Call for a free consultation now - (973) 510-2485
"
It is important to remain and feel connected, even if it's at a "distance." I offer tele-health appts. for your convenience and comfort.
Photo of Jonathan Stepansky, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Jonathan Stepansky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Call for a free consultation now - (973) 510-2485