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Steven Schilling, MHC - LP (New York)

Trauma Therapist in Scarsdale, NY and Virtual Therapy Across New York
for Teens, Adults, and Couples

​Trauma-informed therapy that helps you understand your patterns and create real change.

If you’re feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, burnout, or unhealthy coping, there’s usually a deeper reason, not a personal failure.

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I provide trauma therapy in Scarsdale, NY and virtual therapy across New York, specializing in working with individuals and couples navigating trauma, addiction, shame, and emotional disconnection. Many of my clients appear high-functioning on the outside but internally feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of who they are beneath the pressure.

 

My goal is to help you move from surviving patterns to intentional, aligned living.

Who I Support

I work with:

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  • Teens (12+) and adults seeking trauma therapy in Westchester County and New York

  • Couples looking for Gottman-informed couples therapy in Scarsdale, NY

  • Individuals struggling with addiction, substance use, or unhealthy coping behaviors

  • High-achieving individuals experiencing burnout, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm

  • People stuck in shame, self-criticism, or perfectionism

  • People-pleasers who struggle with boundaries and self-trust

  • Individuals feeling disconnected from their identity, needs, or direction

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Many of the people I work with are tired of repeating the same cycles and are ready for something deeper than surface-level coping.

Trauma Therapy in Scarsdale NY

As a trauma therapist with experience in addiction treatment, I understand that coping patterns develop for a reason.

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Substance use, avoidance, perfectionism, or overworking are often ways to manage overwhelm. They may help short-term, but over time can keep you feeling stuck.

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In therapy, we focus on:

  • Understanding the roots of trauma and patterns

  • Reducing shame and self-judgment

  • Building healthier, sustainable coping strategies

  • Strengthening your sense of identity and direction

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This work is about helping you feel more in control of your life, not controlled by your patterns.

How I Work

I take an active, collaborative approach to therapy.

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I’m not a therapist who simply listens without offering direction. I believe effective therapy includes:

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  • Honest, direct feedback

  • Insight into patterns you may not yet see

  • Gentle challenge alongside strong support

  • A real, human connection

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My work is grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy, including:

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Together, we explore how your thoughts, emotions, and past experiences shape your current behaviors, and begin shifting those patterns in ways that actually work for your life.

​What We Work On

In our work together, you can expect support with:

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  • Trauma processing and emotional healing

  • Breaking cycles of addiction, avoidance, or self-sabotage

  • Managing anxiety, burnout, and overwhelm

  • Building healthy boundaries and self-trust

  • Strengthening your sense of identity and direction

  • Improving communication and relationship patterns

  • Developing emotional awareness and regulation skills

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This is not about becoming perfect. It is about becoming more aware, more grounded, and more aligned.

What Clients Often Notice

Clients often share that therapy with me feels:

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  • Genuine, grounded, and easy to connect with​

  • Supportive, but also honest and direct​

  • A space where they can be fully themselves without judgment

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Over time, many clients notice:

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  • Greater clarity around their patterns and triggers​

  • Reduced shame and more self-compassion​

  • Healthier coping strategies​

  • Stronger boundaries and decision-making​

  • Improved relationships and communication​​

  • A clearer sense of identity and purpose

​Education, Licensure, and Advanced Training

Steven Schilling is a Mental Health Counselor-Limited Permit (MHC-LP) in New York, and a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) and Addiction Counselor Candidate (ADDC), reflecting advanced clinical training in both mental health and addiction treatment.

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He earned his Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Advertising from the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater, combining clinical expertise with a strong foundation in human behavior and communication.

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Steven has experience working with individuals and groups navigating co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges, including treatment planning, intensive outpatient work, and structured therapeutic support. He also incorporates Gottman Method (Level 2) training in his work with couples to strengthen communication and connection.

His background in addiction treatment and trauma-informed care informs a practical, insight-oriented approach that helps clients move beyond coping patterns and toward meaningful, sustainable change.

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Get Started

I offer morning virtual therapy across New York, along with evening and weekend in-person therapy in Scarsdale, NY, so you can access support in a way that fits your life.

My work focuses on trauma therapy, informed by a background in addiction treatment, helping you understand the patterns you’ve been carrying and build more sustainable ways of coping.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, burnout, or feeling stuck in cycles that no longer serve you, therapy can be a space to slow down, gain clarity, and create meaningful change.

If you’re looking for a trauma therapist in Scarsdale, NY or virtual therapy in New York, I invite you to take the next step.

You don’t have to figure this out on your own.

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