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Dr. Kevin Stefanek

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Dr. Kevin Stefanek, LPC

Minnesota

LPC in Minnesota - Anger and Stress

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Key details

  • CredentialsLPC
  • LicenseLPC, Minnesota / 2530
  • NPI1033872098
  • Experience12 years
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • LocationMinnesota

About

About Kevin

Dr. Kevin Stefanek is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Minnesota with 12 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting struggles, and anger. He also supports people facing career transitions, substance use problems, grief, trauma, and issues related to self-esteem and intimacy.

Kevin's approach is practical and direct. He describes his role as a guide or coach who helps people build skills and notice what already works for them. Sessions focus on real behaviors and coping strategies rather than abstract labels. He uses clear tools to reduce reactivity and manage strong feelings over time.

Therapeutically he draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness practices. That mix lets him work on thoughts, emotions, and moment-to-moment reactions. He also uses motivational interviewing techniques to help people clarify goals and strengthen commitment to change.

In session Kevin stays curious and patient. He pays attention to each person's cultural background and life context. He works collaboratively so clients learn practical ways to respond differently when anger or stress rises.

People looking for help with coping skills, reducing snap reactions, improving communication, or handling workplace frustration will find a skill-focused style. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site's appointment flow.

How sessions work

How his approaches translate to online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting swept up in them. It focuses on actions that matter to the client and works well for anger that comes from avoidance or rigid thinking. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, emotions, and behavior and teaches concrete techniques to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is useful for interrupting automatic reactions and building alternative responses. Mindfulness Therapy trains present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce reactivity and notice early signs of rising anger.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Kevin approaches this collaboratively, listening to the client's goals and trying strategies together. If a technique doesn't fit, he adjusts the plan and focuses on what helps the person function better day to day.

The original profile does not specify session delivery formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people practice skills in everyday settings and then talk through how those moments felt. Ask about available session types when you complete the matching questionnaire so you can pick what fits your schedule and preferences.

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

Minnesota

Languages

English

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Which concerns does he help with related to anger?

He supports people dealing with snapping at loved ones, workplace frustration, building resentment, and related stress and relationship problems.

What is his therapeutic style during sessions?

He describes a guide-or-coach role that is attentive, curious, and patient, focusing on skills and practical steps rather than labels.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 12 years of experience working as a therapist and performance enhancement consultant.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, credentialed as MN LPC, and practices from Minnesota.

Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How does cost and payment work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with him?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.

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