Stephen Gutknecht

My communication style

I set an easygoing posture to help people feel more at ease. I hold a safe spot for therapy. People may become as intense or as casual as they desire. I empower people to guide our conversation topics and how we proceed in therapy. This is their life. I am but a person offering a service.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was fortunate to have mental health professionals in my life from an early age. I feel they enriched my life and my ability to strive through life's problems. I have always felt a strong desire to give back to my community. I love talking with people.

My goals for you

I believe clients know what they wish to achieve through therapy. I listen to their ideas. I then help them prioritize their goals and shape them into SMART goals, which can be measured over time.

Our first session

A person's first session usually consists of listening to their story, problems, and what they hope to achieve. I believe people are interviewing me. This helps them decide whether to commit to me as their therapist. A certain amount of relational chemistry is beneficial to the therapy.

I identify as...

• Male
• Caucasian or White