Every goal has steps. Every person has a stage.
No two people’s struggles look the same. Our therapists meet you where you are — whether
you’re a child navigating school stress, a teen dealing with anxiety, an adult in a life transition, or
a family working through conflict.
Learn evidence-based coping tools to quiet the noise, reduce overwhelm, and build daily resilience that actually sticks.
Work through the weight of depression with a therapist who listens without judgment and helps you reconnect with what matters.
From school stress to behavioral challenges, we help young people develop emotional skills and healthy relationships from early on.
Strengthen communication, set healthier boundaries, and rebuild connection — whether it’s between partners, parents, or siblings.
Moving, changing careers, becoming a parent, grieving a loss — major changes deserve real support. We help you adapt with confidence.
When work takes over your life, therapy helps you reclaim balance, navigate difficult dynamics, and rebuild a sense of purpose.
Not sure which applies to you? All of the above? That’s okay — reach out and we’ll help figure it
out together.
Therapy only works when you feel safe enough to be honest. That’s why everything at Steps
and Stages is built around trust first — not a checklist of techniques.
Our team of licensed therapists brings decades of combined experience working with children,
adolescents, adults, and families. We don’t do one-size-fits-all. We listen, adapt, and walk
alongside you — one step at a time.
Helping kids across New York build emotional awareness and coping skills through play-based, age-appropriate therapy.
Adolescence is one of the most emotionally intense periods of life. Peer pressure, social media,
academic stress, and identity questions can feel impossible. Our therapists connect with teens
as real people — not problems to fix — and create a space where they can actually open up.
Whether you’re managing anxiety, recovering from burnout, navigating a breakup, or just feeling
stuck — adult therapy at Steps and Stages is collaborative, practical, and judgment-free. We
help you build insight and move forward.
Family therapy helps the whole unit understand each other better. We support families dealing
with communication breakdowns, parenting challenges, blended family dynamics, and
behavioral concerns — strengthening the relationships that matter most.
Our therapists are licensed professionals who bring warmth, clinical expertise, and a genuine
desire to help. Each one is supervised, trained in evidence-based methods, and committed to
your growth.
Ben has been working with children, young adults and families in therapeutic settings since 2004. Ben completed his Masters of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Touro College in 2010.
Ben Steinberg is a Licensed Associate Counselor at Steps and Stages, practicing under the supervision of Ben Steinig, LPC. He holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Bellevue University and brings a diverse range of experience to his work with clients
Melodie Badillo earned her Certificate of Advanced Studies in Mental Health Counseling from Alfred University and her Master of Education in School Counseling from Lehman College.
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Steps and Stages is currently in-network with Aetna, Horizon BCBS, UMR, Optum, Oxford, and
United Health Care. FSA and HSA accounts accepted. Out-of-pocket rate: $210 / 45-minute
session. Sliding scale available based on need.
Call, email, or fill out our quick form. No complicated intake — just a simple first step.
We’ll match you with a licensed therapist who fits your needs, schedule a free consultation, and make sure the connection feels right before you commit.
Attend confidential video sessions from home, your office, or anywhere private. Same-week appointments available. Flexible scheduling around your life.
We help individuals and families navigate a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and life challenges through personalized telehealth therapy sessions.
• Explore stressors related to school work
Issues with studying
• Managing time
• Dealing with teachers and
administration
• Understanding how your family functions
• Learning techniques to communicate with family members
• Building boundaries to help strengthen relationships
• Identifying the good and bad in your role
• Addressing issues of finances
• Learning to navigate difficult work relationships
• Understanding time management
Creating structure for yourself
• Recognizing the important people in your life
• Learning communication skills
• Developing boundaries to strengthen these relationship
• Navigating conflicts
• Recognizing when change is coming
• Understanding fear, stress, and uncertainty associated with change
• Learning to accept new stage of life
• Learning coping skills to help reduce stress
• Start implementing skills between sessions
• Begin to see how these skills become part of daily life
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful change.
We’re here to support you.
(347) 878-1565
stepsandstagesllc@gmail.com
Taking the first step is the hardest part. We’ll take care of the rest. Book a free 15-minute
consultation today — no commitment, no pressure.
Yes. Research consistently shows telehealth
therapy achieves comparable outcomes to in-person sessions for anxiety, depression, stress,
and many other concerns. For most people, the convenience also means they stick with it
longer — which matters.
Many insurance plans cover telehealth therapy. Steps
and Stages is in-network with Aetna, Horizon BCBS, UMR, Optum, Oxford, and United Health
Care. Contact us and we’ll help you check your specific coverage before your first session.
We offer a free 15-minute consultation call so you can meet
your therapist, ask questions, and decide if it feels right — before committing to ongoing
sessions.
We typically have same-week availability. Reach out
via phone or our contact form and we’ll match you with a therapist within 24–48 hours.
We offer online therapy across New York, New Jersey,
Connecticut, Minnesota, and Florida. All sessions are fully remote via secure video — no travel
required.
Every goal has Steps to be taken. Lets meet at your Stage of life.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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