Stephen Gigliotti
Licensed Therapist, MA, LMFT
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Life can feel like a series of obstacles, but simply getting by isn’t the goal. I believe in helping people move beyond survival mode to experience a life filled with meaning, connection, and joy. Living with OCD can feel like being stuck in a glitchy game—repeating levels, unexpected side quests, and constant pop-ups. My goal is to help you learn the right strategies, level up, and enjoy the game of life without getting stuck on the same challenges. In addition to OCD, I also focus on depression using behavioral activation.
Life can feel like a series of obstacles, but simply getting by isn’t the goal. I believe in helping people move beyond survival mode to experience a life filled with meaning, connection, and joy. Living with OCD can feel like being stuck in a glitchy game—repeating levels, unexpected side quests, and constant pop-ups. My goal is to help you learn the right strategies, level up, and enjoy the game of life without getting stuck on the same challenges. In addition to OCD, I also focus on depression using behavioral activation.
Location
Licensed in California, Colorado
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, Hoarding disorder, Children and Adolescents
LGBTQ+ affirming
Cultural competencies
Agnosticism, Atheism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism
Education
Holy Names University
Insurance
Plans accepted by Stephen
Aetna, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, ClaimDOC, Claritev (MultiPlan) PHCS, Curative, Forest County Potawatomi, GEHA, Horizon BCBS, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser - Northern California Region, Kaiser - Southern California Region, Kaiser Permanente, Medical Mutual, Meritain Health, Oscar Health, Partners Direct Health, Positive Healthcare, Surest, UHC Student Services, UMR, UMR - The Alliance, United Health Care Student Services, United Healthcare, Western Health Advantage,
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Get to know Stephen
My personal connection to OCD and mental health
I've struggled with anxiety and depression for many years, which is one of the reasons that drove me towards becoming a therapist. I've learned to be able to work a lot with myself and know when to reach out for help and support. I really appreciate and like that, because it gives us an opportunity to recognize that asking for help or support is not a weakness but a strength.
How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy
Authenticity. Who I am is what you get. I don't put on a mask in therapy, and I encourage you to be yourself and be more comfortable, too. This is not like, "I'm the authority and you're the learner." It's a collaboration between both of us. I'm learning as much from you as you're learning from me.
My message to you if you're struggling right now
The only way out is through. I'm here to help provide opportunities for you to become unstuck, but the only way to do that is to go through it. But you don't have to go through it alone—you have support, you have an empathetic ear, and you have somebody who's not going to throw you in the deep end. We're going to do this on a step by step basis and make sure that you're able to manage.
What my Members say helps them feel comfortable with me
People feel like I'm very genuine and easy to talk to, and like we can really connect. I like to find ways to connect with my Members and use those to help create a foundation for our therapeutic relationship.
Why our members love working with Stephen
J.L.
Good experienceStephen is such a good match for me. He really understands what I’m going through and challenges me in very beneficial ways. I’m actually proud of what we have accomplished together.
C.N.
Good experienceStephen is an awesome therapist!
J.L.
Good experienceStephen is amazing at helping me get through my worst days and moments. He’s very kind and good at what he does he’s also not afraid to challenge my feelings and limits. I wouldn’t be as stable as I am today; without his help.
J.L.
Good experienceI can’t believe how much he has helped me. I look forward to our sessions, even though he really challenges me and my OCD. I can’t believe it’s actually working. I felt hopeless when we started, now I’m totally willing to challenge myself. Because In the end my mental health is worth fighting for.
S.U.
Good experienceVery happy with Stephen! Excited to keep seeing him.
C.C.
Good experienceLove love love my new therapist!! He really dove deeper into the questions and answers and I felt heard and understood.
J.L.
Good experienceI’m learning so much about myself and how to handle my own emotions and thoughts. He’s been so helpful. I never thought I’d ever recover, but I’m getting closer every session.
J.L.
Good experienceI never thought I would ever feel better. He’s helped me in so many ways
J.L.
Good experienceMy therapy continues to evolve
O.T.
Good experienceI feel like the therapy is really helping me a lot! Stephen has assisted me through ERP, and I have noticed improvement in my health.
O.T.
Good experienceYour amazing therapist has made a huge difference in my daughter’s life. Thank you NOCD!!
N.L.
Good experienceI am happy that I found this program. My son really like his therapist.I am not in the room during the session next time I will ask My son to write more.
C.N.
Good experienceStephen is the best!
J.L.
Good experienceI’m seeing results. My therapist is teaching me really good coping strategies. I never thought therapy would be this effective.
C.H.
Good experienceI was late and he still helped me
J.L.
Good experienceI feel so seen and heard. I’m really glad I was paired up with Stephen. He’s amazing at teaching me how to do hard things. I look forward to our session together.
C.H.
Good experienceHe listens and explains things
J.L.
Good experienceThese sessions are so helpful
C.H.
Good experienceHe listened and helped me see a path I can see and travel where this past week was impenetrable.
C.H.
Good experienceI feel like Steven is very invested in my well-being definitely on my side
J.L.
Good experienceHelpful advice with no judgment
J.L.
Good experienceLet me know I’m on the right track
J.L.
Good experienceStephen is friendly and kind design s our sessions well. We are off to a great start
O.A.
Good experienceThis is exactly what we've needed! Our therapist is super personable and helpful!
O.A.
Good experienceExactly what we need! Very happy with how these sessions are going!
N.A.
Good experienceStephen has been very patient with me. My themes are constantly changing and he is able to move through them with me.
J.L.
Good experienceI’ve finally found a way forward. I’m looking forward to finally getting help
C.H.
Good experienceHelped me understand more of what I will be doing in my therapy. He did what I hoped he would
O.A.
Good experienceWonderful first session! Thank you!
O.T.
Good experienceStephen is kind, skillful, and patient. Olivia has had tremendous progress under his guidance, and has gained so much insight and confidence to beat OCD. Stephen, you are amazing, thank you for everything that you do for this community!
C.N.
Good experienceWonderful and very knowledgeable therapist!
A.C.
Good experienceStephen G. Was so great and kind. Explained everything very well and was really great with my daughter (12 years old).
J.O.
Good experienceWhat can I say - Stephen is a tentative listener, kind, and has a great sense of humor. He’s made this whole process a lot less daunting, and is very reliable. Couldn’t recommend him more.
E.H.
Good experienceLooking forward to working with Stephen.
C.N.
Good experienceIt helps a lot I love the community feature too
A.W.
Good experienceWe are very grateful for Stephen's support, kindness, and skill in working with Addy. She has made so much improvement in a short period of time, and we are all learning alongside her. She was even able to help a friend at school this week who seemed to have a panic attack by sharing some of the strategies she learned in her session. We were able to talk about how she is not only learning for herself, but for others as well.
C.B.
Good experienceVery nice, pleasant to be around, and straight to the point.
S.C.
Good experienceStephen is such an excellent therapist. Caring, sensitive, and deeply insightful, he is providing exactly what we need and we are so grateful!
J.J.
Good experienceMy first session went great. I felt very heard and felt like he knew what he was talking about.
J.J.
Good experienceI felt very heard during this session and felt like he knew exactly what he was talking about. He gave me great homework assignments that will help me grow.
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