- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin issues
- CBT and psychodynamic
About Steven
Dr. Steven Hurley is an Illinois psychologist with 19 years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, addictions, grief, intimacy issues, and family of origin issues. He also addresses sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
He uses a mix of practical and reflective methods in sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. Psychodynamic ideas are used to look at early family patterns and how they repeat today. Mindfulness techniques support noticing current reactions without judgment. Solution-focused steps help set small, achievable goals between sessions.
Dr. Hurley describes therapy as a collaborative process. He expects clients to try new ways of handling stress and to practice changes outside sessions. Sessions tend to focus on what’s happening now and how it connects to past family roles and expectations.
His training includes a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in clinical psychology and a Master of Arts in general and theoretical psychology. He has worked in hospitals, community mental health, prison intake, substance abuse treatment, and private practice. He has taught at college and graduate levels and supervised trainees.
People who come wanting clearer boundaries, fewer automatic reactions, or help untangling family patterns will find a direct, structured approach. He combines concrete skills, reflection on family of origin dynamics, and goal-oriented planning to support change.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Hurley commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic ideas in his work. CBT focuses on identifying specific thought patterns and behaviors and testing small changes to see if they help, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. Psychodynamic work looks at recurring family roles and early relationships to understand how they shape current reactions, which can help when family of origin issues keep repeating. He also integrates Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice their immediate reactions and reduce automatic responses. These approaches are discussed and chosen together so the client and therapist can decide what fits best. The therapist will review goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful. Confirm the session formats before booking, as the original biography does not list specific online or in-person options. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into daily life by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or letting conversations happen from a quieter location. The focus remains on practical work - learning skills, testing changes between sessions, and reflecting on family patterns - adapted to whichever session options are arranged.Areas of expertise
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, and family of origin issues among other areas.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Sessions combine practical skills and reflection. He uses cognitive, psychodynamic, mindfulness, and solution-focused elements to help clients notice patterns and try new behaviors.
How much experience does he have?
He has 19 years of clinical experience working in hospitals, community mental health, corrections, substance abuse treatment, and private practice.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an Illinois Psychologist, credential IL Psychologist 071007009, and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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