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Stefan Bain, LCSW

  • Experience30 years
  • LocationTennessee
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
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About Stefan

Stefan Bain brings three decades of clinical social work experience to his practice in Tennessee. He is identified as an LCSW and has worked extensively with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and ADHD.

Background and approach

His background emphasizes practical, evidence-informed strategies that address both presenting problems and the life circumstances that contribute to them. Stefan blends cognitive and experiential methods to help clients develop clearer thinking patterns, stronger emotional regulation, and more effective communication.

He incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused techniques, Attachment-Based work, and client-centered principles to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Over his career he has supported people coping with complex issues such as bipolar disorder, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image concerns, and sexual identity questions.

He accepts English-speaking clients and works with individuals who seek help for everything from sleep and parenting struggles to career stress and compassion fatigue. International clients are accepted, and sessions are offered through multiple online formats to fit different schedules and preferences.

Therapeutic approaches and online care



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise; it is useful for stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be effective for depression, anxiety, and many day-to-day challenges. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding and reshaping emotional responses and relational patterns to improve intimacy and communication.

Finding the right approach is typically a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and life context to decide which combination of methods feels most helpful and to adjust strategies as progress unfolds. Clients are invited to participate actively in planning and evaluating their care so the work aligns with their priorities.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for people balancing busy schedules or geographic limits. Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing flexibility in timing and communication style. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and fit therapy into daily routines without added travel time.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, and related challenges like sleep problems and caregiver stress.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
His style is warm and interactive, using evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused approaches, Attachment-Based work, and client-centered principles to shape treatment collaboratively.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 30 years of experience as a clinical social worker, applying long-term practice knowledge to complex and evolving concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as LCSW with license details CA LCSW 21512 and TN LCSW 6460 and practices from Tennessee.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility in how clients connect.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies based on location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

Tennessee, California

Languages

English

What Stefan can help with

Stefan Bain works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, LGBT, relationship issues, and depression.

Stefan works with men on sex-related issues and concerns.

Stefan works with anger management and addiction.

How Stefan approaches therapy

Stefan's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.

Experience and training

Stefan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Tennessee, with 30 years of clinical experience.