Steve is a person with great integrity, a thorough understanding of his profession and practice. He is a good listener, and shares meaningful insight when it can be helpful to the situation. His gentle, easy-going manner provides a safe, welcoming environ to tease out the issues at the root of whatever challenges youre facing. His one-to-one approach works equally well with people of all ages and backgrounds -- a unique and very valuable trait for a therapist -- and he can help you find your way forward to a better understanding of who and how you are, to be a better version of you. I highly recommend him.

Steve was incredibly helpful to our family, first meeting with our teenage son, then inviting us (mom and dad) into the conversations. He provided a welcoming forum to talk about the difficult things, sort through the feelings to pinpoint the decisions and behaviors that were impacting our relationships. I have given Steves name to several families over the years, and continue to be grateful for the assistance he provided during a challenging time.

I have known Steve for many years now. His outstanding listening skills, combined with a great sense of humor, make it easy for me to talk with him about my relationships, my family, my work. I feel quite comfortable sharing things with him that are causing me stress and anxiety. He is very insightful, and his advice has helped me grow in a number of ways. He doesnt judge, but he has challenged some assumptions I have made about myself and others, and I am better for it. I highly recommend him.

I have known Steve since he was my college RA, and we have been close friends for almost 30 years. He was an informal counselor and mentor in college and has been an invaluable source of insight, advice, and guidance throughout my adult life. I (and many friends and family members) have leaned heavily on Steve to help me through life’s challenges. Steve connects easily, genuinely, and conscientiously with everyone he counsels. I am a better person for knowing him, and I recommend him unconditionally as a professional and highly effective therapist.

Starting therapy, and the process of finding a compatible therapist, can be daunting. Steves down-to-earth, approachable, and friendly manner really makes for a safe space to dig in, and his gentle humor puts you at ease. Steve is empathetic and caring, and hes active in therapy sessions so you leave with feedback and things to think about, all on the path to feeling better/ problem solving/ meeting goals.

I have known Steve Debenedetti-Emanuel professionally for 10 years. During that time I have frequently consulted with him and collaborated on difficult cases. He is a gifted therapist - smart, kind and compassionate. He is the go-to guy for struggling teenagers in the Sacramento Valley. I never hesitate to refer people to him. Hes one of the best.

Steve is a trusted colleague who Ive known for a number of years now. When it comes to helping teens who are struggling, and their families, hes always on the short list of names I suggest to people, as I can trust that hell provide quality care. Hes good both with teenagers and their families, and really understands the challenges they face with school, family, peer groups, etc.

Steve did not prove himself to be insightful or helpful to my 16 year old son. In fact, he made judgmental statements about me as a parent that pissed my son off, so we immediately terminated his services. He may be qualified for other people with different problems, I cant say.

Oh. My .gosh.Steve, or “Shrink” as I call him, has helped me more than I can say here. He is a “Soul Doctor.”

Steve was a very understanding and extremely polite

He is not comfortable.