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Dr. Stephen Lovato, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Stephen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Stephen. View 27 reviews
Great news, Stephen is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

Excellent listener

Reviewed December 2024

Best therapist I’ve ever had. Could not recommend better help enough!!

Reviewed November 2024

More about Stephen

  • 45 years' experience
  • Male
  • LMFT

I am licensed in California with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with LGBT-related issues, relationship issues, parenting issues, & bipolar disorder. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

LGBT Relationship issues Parenting issues Bipolar disorder Depression Stress Anxiety Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Control issues Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Paranoia Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Stephen Lovato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639209059.

  • LMFT · California · 21379 · Expires April 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Dr. Stephen Lovato

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

27 reviews

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Excellent listener

Reviewed December 2024

Best therapist I’ve ever had. Could not recommend better help enough!!

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Lovato is challenging in the best way. He listens and provides valuable feedback that makes you think and challenges your perspectives. He really seems to care about helping you improve.

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Lovato is very easy to talk to and really listens (of course I guess that’s what a therapist would do) and after my first session with him I felt that I really made a lot of progress and felt much more better about myself and can’t wait to see what my next session has in store for me

Reviewed September 2024

Dr. Lovato is a very, very helpful therapist. He's very understanding of what the problem is and how to fix it. He's quite blunt about things in all the best ways. He has made me feel so much more sure about myself, I feel 100x better after having him as my therapist.

Reviewed August 2024

He's been very helpful, patient and understanding. Would recommend to others.

Reviewed July 2024

I love how dr lovato is straight forward and gets to the point! That’s the type of person that I like!

Reviewed April 2024

Dr Lovato is a good listener and inserts his expertise in a thought proviking manner. I would recommend him to a friend looking for someone to help get through road blocks in life.

Reviewed April 2024

Dr. Lovato’s approach and engagement with my therapy have helped me to grow in many facets of my life. I have learned better strategies and have improved my mindset towards many areas of personal concern.

Reviewed February 2024

Dr. Lovato gets to it! He listens, holds you accountable and is very kind.

Reviewed February 2024

dr lovato is a seasoned professional and has the experience, expertise, life wisdom, and empathy to make a great healer. he has helped me tremendously and i feel extremely grateful to have found him.

Reviewed July 2023

Dr.Lovato has been very helpful. He is kind, patient, and always finds the root of a problem/issue to help me progress.

Reviewed November 2023

I have been working with Dr. Lovato for a couple of sessions now and he has been such a refreshing therapist. I feel both comfortable and challenged to grow as I continue to work with him.

Reviewed November 2023

I have seen therapists on and off throughout my life but Dr. Lovato is the first that really seems to understand my problems and gets right to the essence. I feel he has done more for me in a couple of months than all my other therapists put together.

Reviewed September 2023

Dr. Lovato is amazing he definitely knows how to approach situations and has helped me tremendously since I've joined, thanks to him I've been better and happier.

Reviewed June 2023

Dr. Lovato has an insight to what I might really be dealing with. I appreciate his approach of asking me to consider new behavior but I don't feel pressured to do so.

Reviewed May 2023

Dr. Lovato has been great so far. I am comfortable speaking with him about any and all things going on in my life. He is holding me accountable to myself, all while being patient.

Reviewed May 2023

It has been a comfort to have Dr. L in my corner. As our relationship has grown he has helped me find inner peace I had never been able to grasp. He is like a father that I wish I had. He is truly someone I would recommend to anyone struggling to get through life.

Reviewed March 2023

Dr. Lovato was amazing and helped me reconnect with my estranged Father. Highly recommend!

Reviewed January 2023

I feel very luck that I was matched with Dr. Lovato. He is a great listener and understands where I am coming from and what I wish to accomplish with my therapy sessions. He is very insightful and has a lot of experience to pull from. He helps me to become aware of things I have not thought of yet which is priceless.

Reviewed January 2023

Dr. Lovato is very caring. Our first session went over the allowance of time. He did not care but just wanted to help me without overtime pay even I offered. He sent me many follow up messages to check on me and gave me suggestions. I had very limited experience with psychology therapy but this is the best experience. I feel he really care about his patients and wants to help. He is the best.

Reviewed January 2023

Dr lovato is very caring and understanding. It’s been a long time since I’ve had a medical professional of any field actually try to listen and understand.

Reviewed November 2022

Dr. Lovato isn't going to tell you what you want to hear. It's only been a few sessions, but I appreciate the accountability and advice. That's really all I have to offer. My experiences have all been positive.

Reviewed November 2022

He is extremely kind and considerate and makes sure I feel like I am heard. He is like a father figure but also acts as a devil's advocate when necessary. He has helped me grow immensely from our sessions and has allowed me to find a way to forgive myself. He is someone I would recommend to any family member or friend.

Reviewed November 2022

I am very satisfied with Dr. Lovato's services and advice, he does the two things I need most: (1) listens to me when I discuss my issues; (2) offers advice and potential solutions which are sensible.

Reviewed November 2022

Dr. Lovato is great! This is all really new to me but I am really understanding and thriving. Can’t wait to continue my progress.

Reviewed September 2022

So excited and relieved to have found Dr Lovato! I feel like he’s known me forever. I’ve never had any luck with past therapists they always focused on issues, Dr Lovato really focuses on solutions I can apply right away. He’s already guided me to such a better, happy place in my life in just a short time working with me. Really looking forward to more progress with his guidance. Huge relief to have him in my court. Thank you so much!

Reviewed September 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Stephen Lovato offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Stephen Lovato works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Stephen Lovato speak?

Dr. Stephen Lovato speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Stephen Lovato have?

Dr. Stephen Lovato has 45 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Stephen Lovato licensed to practice?

Dr. Stephen Lovato is licensed to practice in California.

Does Dr. Stephen Lovato accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Stephen Lovato does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Stephen Lovato offer?

Dr. Stephen Lovato offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Stephen Lovato?

Dr. Stephen Lovato can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Stephen Lovato?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.