Jeanne Stearns

Jeanne Stearns is a licensed social worker in New York who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship struggles, trauma, and anger. She approaches each person as the expert on their own life and works alongside them to find practical ways forward. Jeanne speaks English and brings twenty years of experience to sessions.

Jeanne uses straightforward, respectful conversation to help people clarify what matters most to them. She draws on several therapy approaches that encourage problem solving and personal meaning. In sessions she listens closely, reflects what she hears, and helps set doable steps toward change.

Her work often addresses patterns that cause repeated pain, such as codependency, communication problems, or family of origin issues. She also helps with grief, parenting challenges, career questions, and life transitions like separation or midlife change. Addictions and process problems such as gambling or porn are included in her focus areas.

Jeanne believes change begins with small, achievable moves. She uses techniques that help people test new behaviors, rethink unhelpful thoughts, and reconnect with personal strengths. Motivation and practical planning are part of the process when clients are trying to make lasting changes.

People who choose Jeanne can expect a collaborative, nonjudgmental approach aimed at clarity and action. She supports people as they sort through difficult emotions and rebuild routines that feel healthier and more manageable.

How Jeanne Uses Therapy Approaches Online

Jeanne commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening carefully and reflecting back what the client experiences to build trust and clarity; it helps when someone needs a steady, accepting space to sort feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and helps people try new ways of responding; it is useful for anxiety, anger, and coping with addictive urges.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jeanne collaborates with each person to choose or blend methods based on their situation, goals, and preferences. She checks in as therapy progresses and adjusts the plan so it stays practical and relevant.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for check-ins during breaks or between commitments. It also offers flexibility for people who live far from New York or who are working with therapists across time zones.