Stephen Chop
Support for anxiety, mood, and life transitions
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About
Stephen Chop, MD, LCSW-C, LCSW is a licensed therapist based in Maryland with 30 years of professional experience supporting adults and young adults through complex emotional and life challenges. His work often centers on concerns such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress, anger, and major transitions, with additional experience in areas like trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family concerns, addictions, career stress, and coping with life changes.
His approach is grounded in compassionate, evidence-based care that makes room for each person’s unique story. Stephen helps clients look more closely at patterns that can lead to isolation, uncertainty about life direction, or feeling stuck, while building practical coping strategies that fit daily life. Clients can expect a supportive space to strengthen emotional resilience, work through painful experiences, and move toward more meaningful connections with others.
Stephen also brings focused attention to men’s issues, midlife concerns, and the pressures that can build over time in work, relationships, and personal identity. Whether someone is navigating panic symptoms, workplace stress, social anxiety, or a desire for personal growth, he aims to help clients cultivate self-compassion, clarify what matters most, and remove barriers that keep them from living in a more fulfilling way.
His approach is grounded in compassionate, evidence-based care that makes room for each person’s unique story. Stephen helps clients look more closely at patterns that can lead to isolation, uncertainty about life direction, or feeling stuck, while building practical coping strategies that fit daily life. Clients can expect a supportive space to strengthen emotional resilience, work through painful experiences, and move toward more meaningful connections with others.
Stephen also brings focused attention to men’s issues, midlife concerns, and the pressures that can build over time in work, relationships, and personal identity. Whether someone is navigating panic symptoms, workplace stress, social anxiety, or a desire for personal growth, he aims to help clients cultivate self-compassion, clarify what matters most, and remove barriers that keep them from living in a more fulfilling way.
- Location:
- Maryland, United States
- Years Experience:
- 30
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Body image, Control issues, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MD LCSW-C 08624, VA LCSW 0904014807
- NPI Number: 1346839651
- License: LCSW-C (Maryland), LCSW (Virginia), LCSW (Pennsylvania)
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Stephen Chop draws from evidence-based approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It helps clients notice unhelpful patterns and practice new skills that can support concerns such as anxiety, depression, workplace stress, and low self-esteem.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes making room for difficult emotions while taking steps toward what matters most. It can be especially helpful when someone feels stuck in worry, rumination, or avoidance, and wants clearer direction during life transitions or periods of overwhelm.
Client-Centered Therapy offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space that prioritizes the client’s perspective. This approach can help people strengthen self-understanding, build self-compassion, and explore personal goals at a pace that feels manageable.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Stephen works collaboratively with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and then adjusts the pace and tools to fit what is most useful over time.
Online therapy can make it easier to get consistent support with flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats can help clients stay connected to therapy even with demanding schedules, transportation limits, or changing routines.
How much experience does Stephen Chop have?
Stephen Chop has 30 years of experience as a therapist, supporting clients through concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
Is Stephen Chop a licensed therapist?
Yes. Stephen Chop holds the credentials MD, LCSW-C, and LCSW. His listed license details are MD LCSW-C 08624 and VA LCSW 0904014807.
In which languages does Stephen Chop provide therapy?
Stephen Chop provides therapy in English.
Where is Stephen Chop located?
Stephen Chop is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Stephen Chop as my therapist?
You can work with Stephen Chop through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing you to choose a format that fits your needs and schedule.
Does Stephen Chop work with international clients?
No. Stephen Chop does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stephen Chop cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.