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Dr. Steven Hoffler, LCSW

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationConnecticut
  • Focus areasADHD, Family, and Trauma and abuse
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Steven

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Background and approach

Steven Hoffler brings 20 years of clinical experience to work with adults facing a wide range of concerns, including family conflict, trauma and abuse, anger, coping with life changes, stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and intimacy challenges, parenting, self esteem, career issues, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar, compassion fatigue, coaching, LGBT concerns, and ADHD.

He is a licensed clinical social worker in Connecticut (LCSW) and draws on that background to support people navigating difficult transitions and emotional distress. He aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can express thoughts and feelings and explore practical ways to move forward.

His style emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, helping clients identify goals and take achievable steps toward a more satisfying life. Dr.

Hoffler encourages courage and persistence through change and offers guidance, skills, and support tailored to each person’s situation and priorities.

Therapeutic Approaches and Flexible Online Care



Dr. Hoffler uses well-established, evidence-based techniques to help clients manage symptoms and build new skills. One common approach focuses on skill-building for managing intense emotions and stress through practical strategies that can reduce reactivity and improve daily functioning. Another frequently used method emphasizes exploring past and present patterns that contribute to relationship difficulties and trauma responses, helping clients develop new perspectives and healthier interpersonal habits.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, then adjusts methods over time based on progress and feedback. This collaborative stance helps clients find strategies that fit their life and values rather than imposing a single way of working.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or while traveling, allowing ongoing work on goals even when in-person visits are not practical. The variety of session types supports continuity of care and lets clients choose what works best for them.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Dr. Hoffler address in therapy?
He works with a broad set of issues including family conflict, trauma and abuse, anger, coping with life changes, stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting, self esteem, career matters, bipolar and depression, compassion fatigue, LGBT concerns, coaching, and ADHD.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is collaborative and supportive, creating an open environment for exploring thoughts and feelings without judgment and focusing on practical steps clients can take toward their goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has two decades of professional practice, bringing 20 years of experience to his work with clients.
Where is Dr. Hoffler licensed and based?
He is a licensed clinical social worker in Connecticut holding the credential LCSW with license number CT LCSW 5458.
Does he provide services 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 for working together?
He offers a range of online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingADHD

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Connecticut

Languages

English