Stephen Kushner, LMHC, FL | Psychotherapist

About Stephen Kushner

Focus areas

Anxiety

Therapy

Depression

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Strength-Based

Identity

Gender

Male

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Jewish

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Stephen Kushner

Hello, I am Stephen Allen Kushner, but you can call me Allen. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida, I have had the privilege of working full time in the state prison system, integrating my MA in Counseling, which I received from Webster University in 2011, and my MS in Criminal Justice from the University of Central Florida earned in 2001. Before holding my current position, I worked in dynamic settings like Dual Diagnosis drug treatment programs, psychiatric hospitals, juvenile justice settings, and foster care programs. So, my therapeutic approach is quite eclectic, driven by the unique issues presented by each one of my clients per session. My practice primarily combines elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). At the end of each session, we review your goals and measure progress based on the frequency, duration, and intensity of symptoms. The aim is to gradually reduce these markers over time, signifying progress in our therapeutic journey. Perhaps surprisingly, my journey to becoming a mental health professional started accidentally in 2003. I was working at a wilderness camp for troubled youth and had the opportunity to witness firsthand the transformative change these young individuals underwent with the right guidance. It was tremendously inspiring to play even a small part in facilitating such changes and led me to continue in the field. Beyond my professional life, I cherish time with family and friends. I am a fitness enthusiast with a special fondness for long-distance running and cycling. I firmly believe maintaining the best physical fitness possible benefits me not only physically but also mentally.

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After scheduling your appointment through Zocdoc, you will receive a follow-up email from Tava with instructions to complete the necessary registration in our patient portal, including insurance and payment details. Placing a credit card on file is required to process insurance billing and any applicable deductible-related charges. Please complete your registration within 24 hours to ensure a smooth check-in and avoid delays in accessing care. If registration is not completed in time, we may not be able to verify your insurance coverage, which could result in unexpected out-of-pocket costs for your visit. Per our office policies, a fee may be charged for missed appointments or late cancellations.

Popular visit reasons

Anger Management

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Psychotherapy

Stress

Therapy

Anger Management

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Bipolar Disorder

Education and background

Practice names

Tava Health 2

Education and training

Webster University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
University of Central Florida (Master's)

NPI number

1821358011

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What practice does Stephen Kushner work with?

Stephen Kushner works with Tava Health 2.

What are common reasons for patients to see Stephen Kushner?

Stephen Kushner frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Stephen Kushner on their profile.