Stephen Toglia, LPC - Therapist in District of Columbia

Stephen Toglia is a licensed professional counselor practicing in the District of Columbia.

01About Stephen

Stephen Toglia is a licensed professional counselor practicing in the District of Columbia. He has eight years of experience helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood, and career concerns. He also supports people working through problems with self-esteem, motivation, and relationship strain.

Stephen speaks English and practices with an emphasis on the client’s own strengths. Stephen believes clients know their own stories best. He focuses on listening and helping people notice resources they already have.

Background and approach

Sessions aim to be practical and straightforward so people can try changes between meetings. In therapy people can expect clear goals and steady steps toward them. Stephen works collaboratively to break larger problems into manageable tasks.

He uses approaches that are evidence-based and tailored to each person’s needs. Many people come seeking relief from worry or low motivation, or wanting clearer direction in work and relationships. He also addresses issues of forgiveness, guilt, and shame when they get in the way of daily life.

Stephen frames progress as a sequence of small changes rather than a single moment of success. Getting started involves completing a short questionnaire and scheduling sessions that fit the client’s life. Sessions are offered in formats that include video calls, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Stephen aims to make the process straightforward and supportive from the first meeting.

02Credentials

LPC (District of Columbia): License PRC14960 · expires June 2026
LPC (Virginia): License 0701010178 · expires June 2026
NPI: 1336304724 · national provider identifier

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03Focus areas and approaches

Everything Stephen lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame

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04Online support

Approaches that guide online sessions

Stephen uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach emphasizes setting clear, achievable goals and building small habits that improve mood and reduce anxiety; this helps people who feel stuck or overwhelmed by daily tasks. Another approach focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns of thinking and testing new ways of responding to stress, which can reduce worry and improve confidence.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will ask about your goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before, then recommend techniques that fit your situation. You and the therapist adjust the plan over time so it stays useful and realistic.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and shared visual cues. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or when a quick check-in fits better into a work break. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easier to send short updates or get support between meetings. These options help people keep therapy consistent while fitting it into busy lives.

05Questions people ask

What concerns does Stephen address?

He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, self-esteem, and career challenges, plus issues like forgiveness, guilt, and shame.

What is his therapy style like?

Sessions are collaborative and practical, with clear goals and manageable steps to try between meetings.

How much experience does he have?

He has eight years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and life concerns.

Where is he licensed and based?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and practices in the District of Columbia, with licensing also in Virginia.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

He meets via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

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