Consultations
Specializing in Cat Aggression (All Types) and Inappropriate Elimination As a Certified Cat Behaviorist, I'm Trained and Fully Qualified To Help With Many Behavior Problems Including:
- Aggression/Biting:
cat-on-cat or cat-on-people - Cat-to-Cat Introductions
- Litter Box Issues
- Hyperactivity
- Play Aggression
- Late Night or Early Morning Wake-up
- Fear/Anxiety
- Carrier Aversion
- Destructive Behavior/Scratching
- Excessive Vocalization
- Compulsive Behavior:
chewing non-food material or over grooming
- Food Obsession/Aggression & Nutritional/Appetite Support
- Excessive Attention Seeking
- Kitten Socialization:
cat-to-human, cat-to-environment - Separation Anxiety
- Bereavement & Loss Counseling
Consultation Packages
Booking is easy. Book immediately by clicking through the plan of your choice below.
Sessions are over Zoom with in-person options available.
I think they're as effective, or more so than an in-person visit.
After reviewing any video, your behavior questionnaire, and seeing a sketch of your home's floor plan I will have a really good picture of what's going on. And I won't impact your cat's behavior by being physically present.
Lastly, I don't train your cat; I train you to train your cat, and that works perfectly over Zoom!
In-person visits are available for special situations within the 5 boroughs and a one-hour travel radius of Midtown East. Please note that an additional fee may apply to cover car service travel time and expenses depending on distance, route efficiency, or driving time particularly if public transportation is disrupted or inconvenient to your location.
The in-person rate is $500 and includes everything in the Standard (Virtual) Consultation with up to 90 minutes of in-home time in place of virtual sessions. Additional virtual follow up time is available at a discount.
In-person visits are helpful for behaviors that can only be fully understood or seen in the home or would benefit from personal interactions. Contact me to ask about availability.
Cat-on-Cat Introduction Package
- 60 Minute Virtual Session + 5, 15 Minute Follow Up Zoom Calls
- Pre-Session Guidance
- Written Report and Behavior Plan
- Zoom Recording Upon Request
- 3 Months of Email Support
- WhatsApp & Text Support for Progress Videos & Real Time Support
- Designed for More Challenging Cat Introduction or Aggression Cases or When Clients Want More Customized & Tailored Support
- Saves $30.00 as Compared to the Standard Consultation Hourly Rate with More Support
Standard Consultation
- 90 Minutes of Virtual Session Time Divided Between a Primary Session and a Shorter Follow-Up
- New: Total Session Time Upgraded to 90 Minutes from 75 Minutes
- Pre-Session Guidance
- Written Report and Behavior Plan
- Zoom Recording Upon Request
- 2 Months of Email Support
- The Standard Consultation Is Intended for All Behavior Problems & Saves $15 as Compared to the Short Consultation with More Support
- 15 Minute Follow Up Sessions for $45
Short Consultation
- 45 Minute Virtual Session
- New: Session Time Upgraded from 30 Minutes to 45 Minutes at the same price
- Pre-Session Guidance
- Written Report and Behavior Plan
- Zoom Recording Upon Request
- 1 Month of email support
- Not intended for cat-on-cat aggression or litter box issues
- 15 Minute Follow Up Sessions for $55
Or Upgrade to the Standard Consultation for Just the Prorated Difference Within 7 Days of the Initial Consultation*
*Want to upgrade your Short Consultation to the full Standard Consultation (45 minutes additional session time + an additional month of support)? Book a follow-up within 7 days of the initial consultation and pay just the prorated difference in price. Contact me for details.
Looking for flexible payment options? I accept payments over Klarna including 12 payments over a year or 4 interest-free payments. Details at checkout.
~~ Some behaviors including litter box avoidance, sudden irritability, hiding, or changes in appetite as examples—can be caused by underlying medical issues or physical discomfort and should be investigated by a veterinarian first. It is always best practice to have a vet see your cat before a consultation.
++ Existing clients get a discount on follow up sessions. Contact me for details.
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Success Stories
More Than 150 Five-Star Reviews and Counting
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Exactly as advertised - Stephen is a pro. He asked great questions before our meeting and really dove into our specific situation during the session. On top of bringing experience... read more and passion to the table, he's funny, personable, and genuinely interested in how he can help improve the lives of everyone involved. If you're on the fence, what are you doing there? Schedule a session. Your feline will thank you.
Sarah
5/03/2021
We really love the experience with Stephan! Although we were not looking for this behavior help and we say it by random - we were so happy to find it.... read more
Stephan was so patient and kind, he took a lot of time to help individually. Also he knows a lot about cat behavior and had a lot of tips. We can HIGHLY recommend any cat owner to talk to Stephan!
Thank you again, it was really wonderful! We will let you know when we are in New York 🙂
Sophia
3/13/2021 -
Our experience with Stephen was excellent. He listened to all our concerns and was thoughtful and thorough in his recommendations. He sent us materials before and after our experience. He... read more shared great resources and guidance. We feel confident in our next steps to improve life for our Kit.
Maria
2/23/2021
Stephen is a real expert for cats‘ behaviour, highly experienced and oberwhelmingly friendly. Highly recommendable. Don‘t miss it!????????
Bettina
3/12/2021
Stephen is the best! He has the expertise and experience helping people understand and care for their cats and is also a wonderful and caring person. I met with Stephen... read more for follow-up appointments and I am so grateful for his concern, advice and presence.
Anne
4/28/2021 -
Whether you have cats or are thinking about adopting one and want to know more about how to prepare, this is the perfect experience. Stephen was super available from the... read more get go (and since I booked away ahead of time he even gave me some tips and exercises to try with my cat, so we could discuss the results during the experience), which I found to be amazing. During the experience itself he made sure everyone had the same amount of attention and time to address the reason why the experience was booked, and by having other people there and listening to Stephen advice to them I was able to learn even more. The time flew and before we knew it, it was over. I will certainly book again, and encourage everyone to do the same because Stephen's passion to cats and their behavior is something rare to find.
Andreia
4/24/2021
Stephen is amazing! Even if you don't think your cat needs behavioral work, I highly recommend booking a session. Our cats are pretty well-adjusted, so we were just looking to... read more understand them better—and after chatting with Stephen, I feel like we do! He gave us great insights into their moods and tips to make them feel more comfortable with us and each other. Also, I booked a private session for my boyfriend's birthday, and there was even a note that said "Happy Birthday Wesley" on the screen before our Zoom 🙂 Truly a 5 star experience all around.
McKinley
2/19/2021
If you’re thinking of contacting/booking - stop thinking and do it! Stephan is fantastic - I just wish I’d found him 2-3 months ago, it would’ve reduced my stress.... read more
Gina
10/25/2022 -
Stephen is such a thoughtful, kind, and generous person. I felt completely at ease as soon as I booked the experience. We immediately corresponded and I just knew from there... read more I made the right choice. We have a difficult situation going on between our two cats and he provided so much compassion we needed during this difficult time. If you debated on whether you should see a car behaviorist - book with Stephen - you won’t regret it! Thank you so much Stephen!
Natalie
4/23/2021
I can’t recommend Stephen highly enough! Since I booked a little further in advance, he even took some time prior to our private session to get to know more about... read more my cat and provided me with suggestions and materials to review ahead of the full session. He’s passionate, has tremendous insight, and left us with clear, actionable next steps on how to address some of the issues we’ve been experiencing with our cat.
Max
3/19/2021
Don’t want to make this too long and believe me, I could write pages about how much we enjoyed Stephen’s consultation. He is a down-to-earth guy, very knowledgeable, and very... read more detail oriented. If you are reading this review, you may be on the fence trying to figure out if this is worth it and believe me, IT IS!
Alexei
3/30/2021 -
Stephen gave me hope that I didn't have before. And he helped give me peace of mind that whatever direction I go I will have support along the way. Thank... read more you.
Dionna
11/10/2021
Wow, just wow! Stephen is so professional, prepared, and knowledgeable . We learned so much that we can apply to our Lola to overcome her fears and anxiety. He not... read more only helped Lola, but he gave us confidence . We cannot thank Steven enough and highly recommend his sessions. He is the most patient and caring cat behaviorist you will ever find. Thank you!
Carol
2/16/2021
Wow, what an amazing experience. Stephen is obviously a qualified expert, but he is also a really warm and personable host. He went above and beyond in helping me figure... read more out how to stop my cats from fighting. He is a pro and a joy to be around. The experience was really fun, and helpful. Exceeded expectations!
Sarah
3/13/2021 -
Meeting with Stephen was absolutely wonderful! He is so knowledgeable and sympathetic about cats with behavioural issues!! This experience was absolutely worth it, you get so much out of it!... read more Stephen reaches out before you even meet to understand your problem and to make sure you get the most out of the session. He works with you to make a plan for your cats and sends you follow up documentation after the session with all the info so you won't forget anything. Stephen right away let me know that my cats behaviours are some of the hardest to break but that he would absolutely try his best to help. This really relieved the stress I had been feeling and was great to manage my expectations for the session. Since the session we have exchanged follow up emails and he has been so kind to answer all my questions! Overall, Stephen is delightful and so was the experience.
Elizabeth
4/24/2021
What an awesome opportunity! Thank you so much, I learnt a lot about my own cats and about cats in general and felt very welcomed. A unique experience. I think... read more the cats really enjoyed it too:)
Sarah
3/01/2021 -
Stephen was very kind and shared a lot of great information and ideas for helping my senior cat! It was a very personalized and positive experience! I would highly recommend!
Diana
7/06/2021
He is a wonderful human, period. He has so much information and experience and seemed so interested in our own cats, it was as if he lived with us! Worth... read more every penny, and he said we can keep in touch with him for life to ask anything. What an incredible and interesting and kind human being dedicated to cat behavior and care. Thank you Stephen, you are so special and we could have talked for hours!!
Constance
7/01/2021 -
Stephen went above and beyond to make my Mom and I️ feel welcome. He is incredibly knowledgable and eager to help in any he can. I️ learned so much in... read more our one hour session and I️ look forward to applying the tips he gave me in our session with my cat! Highly, highly recommend!
Stephanie
5/06/2021
No encantó conocer a Stephen, preparó una plática especial para mi hijo de 8 años en la que le enseñó como leer las actitudes de los gatos y le contó... read more de que se trataba su trabajo (mi hijo quiere ser un entrenador de gatos también). Me encantó su disponibilidad para hacer una sesión para niños y su buena aproximación hacia mi hijo! Super profesional!
Nadia
2/20/2021
Questionnaires
Please fill out the appropriate questionnaire no less 24 hours before we meet.
For Cat-On-Cat Aggression, please fill out this Questionnaire
For Litter Box issues, please fill out my Litter Box Questionnaire
For All Other Behavior Concerns, please fill out this Questionnaire
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Creating a Happier World for Cats
& the Humans Who Love Them
Email: [email protected]
Based in New York City, and available virtually over Zoom, worldwide.
New York, NY, 10044
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