Therapist profile
Dr. Kevin Stefanek, LPC
Dr. Kevin Stefanek, LPC - Family and parenting focus
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- ACT and CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Parenting and fatherhood issues
About Kevin
Dr. Kevin Stefanek is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Minnesota with 12 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting challenges, addiction, trauma, and related concerns such as self-esteem, grief, and intimacy issues.
He uses a straightforward, coaching-oriented style. Sessions focus on practical skills, clear goals, and steady problem solving. He listens, asks thoughtful questions, and helps people test small changes that fit their life.
Kevin draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness practices. Those approaches shape how he helps with emotional regulation, coping with life changes, and breaking unhelpful patterns.
Clients who want support with parenting, fatherhood issues, career transitions, or chronic health and pain concerns will find a pragmatic approach. He also addresses concerns around ADHD, compassion fatigue, and co-morbid conditions by focusing on skills that make day-to-day life more manageable.
His background includes work in performance enhancement and sport psychology, which informs his coaching emphasis and goal-setting methods. People who prefer a collaborative, skill-focused process can expect concrete tools and short-term strategies alongside deeper therapeutic work.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate actions. It focuses on values and small steps toward a meaningful life, which can help with anxiety, depression, and parenting stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so people can try different strategies and see what changes. CBT is useful for anxiety, anger, and mood concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase present-moment awareness, helpful for stress and emotional regulation.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He treats the selection as collaborative and will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels useful. That conversation guides whether ACT, CBT, mindfulness, or a mix will be the primary focus.
Session formats are not specified in his biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and avoid travel time. Many people find video or phone meetings help them practice skills between sessions while keeping therapy manageable alongside parenting and work.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting challenges, addiction, trauma, grief, and related concerns listed in his specialties.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is attentive, curious, and patient, with a coaching emphasis. Sessions aim for clear goals and practical skills.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 12 years of experience as a therapist and performance enhancement consultant, including work with sport and performance-related issues.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Minnesota and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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