Stephen Quinlan, Licensed Therapist in Dover, NH
Welcome
Experience, Compassion, and a Deep Commitment to Helping Others
I grew up in the mountains of Colorado, where a love of nature and a deep curiosity about people shaped the foundation of who I am today. After earning my bachelor’s degree, I realized that my true calling was in helping others through meaningful, therapeutic relationships—and so I returned to graduate school to become a psychotherapist.
In 1999, I moved to New York City to pursue my master’s degree in psychotherapy. During my clinical training, I worked with the American Red Cross, facilitating support groups in homeless shelters. I also worked with the Municipal City Employees Union, helping members navigate complex life issues such as divorce, financial hardship, and job-related stress.
After completing my degree, I began working as a psychotherapist at the James Weldon Johnson Counseling Center in East Harlem—an organization well known for its rigorous training and commitment to underserved communities. There, I spent five years working with both children with severe emotional needs (through play therapy) and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. I was fortunate to train under some of New York City’s most respected and skilled clinicians, learning advanced psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and object-relations theories that continue to inform my work today.
Bringing Experience to the Seacoast Area of New Hampshire.
In 2005, I relocated to the beautiful Seacoast region of New Hampshire and began working at Seacoast Mental Health Center and Easter Seals of NH in Portsmouth and Dover, respectively. There, I joined the Children and Families Department, bringing my NYC experience to a new population of clients.
During my time at Seacoast Mental Health, I developed and led two innovative therapy groups for children and teens, incorporating meditation, music, and mindfulness techniques to help reduce anxiety and improve emotional regulation. These groups reflected my belief that therapy should be adaptive, creative, and grounded in evidence-based practices.
My Private Practice in Dover, NH
Today, I work in private practice in Dover, New Hampshire, offering individual therapy for adolescents and adults. My primary specialization is in treating anxiety and Selective Mutism, though I also work with clients experiencing depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and stress-related challenges.
With over 20 years of clinical experience, I continue to draw on a range of therapeutic modalities and tailor my approach to each unique client. My goal is always to build a trusting relationship where healing and personal growth can occur. I believe in meeting clients where they are and helping them find clarity, strength, and new ways of thinking.
Beyond the Therapy Room
In addition to my private practice, I am a clinical supervisor for new therapists, and I support the development of future mental health professionals. I am also a public speaker, podcast host, and author.
When I’m not working, I still find inspiration in physical fitness, nature, music, and mindfulness—elements I often incorporate into my work with clients when appropriate.
Let’s Connect
If you're looking for an experienced and compassionate licensed therapist, I invite you to reach out. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety or simply seeking support during a challenging time, I’m here to help.
“We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.”
— Albert Einstein
