swalker@middlewayhealth.com

916-492-9007

As a licensed psychotherapist and Buddhist teacher, (Lama Yeshe Jinpa), clients receive compassionate support and encouragement to bring mindfulness and kindness to their problems, issues and life goals. Traditional psychotherapy is complementary to the meditative traditions which emphasize non-judgmental awareness, energy and the cultivation of positive emotions.

Stephen graduated from the Professional School of Psychology in 1992. He has had specialized training in Buddhist Psychology, Gestalt, EMDR, Hypnotherapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He teaches core mindfulness skills and meditation in daily life.

Professionally, Stephen has worked as a vocational rehabilitation counselor and social worker along with thirty years’ work as a psychotherapist. He’s worked in group homes, clinics, hospitals and volunteered in prisons. He’s willing to give structure, advice and direction. He’s from New York!

Outside of practice, Stephen may be meditating, doing tai-chi or shopping.

What would your theme song be?

Nessum Dorma-Puccini.

What would your warning label be?

“Expect to do the work!”

What is your morning routine?

Feeding the cats, Yoga, meditation, reading, quiet.

What would a perfect day look like?

When everyone shows up.

What would you have done if you weren’t a therapist?

Fashion designer – parents wanted me to be an attorney.

What other Alliance therapists say about you?

Intense, playful, usually nice, but not always.