As a Certified Cat Behaviorist, I'm Trained 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
  • Destructive Behavior/Scratching
  • Excessive Vocalization
  • Compulsive Behavior:
    chewing non-food material or over grooming
  • Food Obsession or Aggression
  • Excessive Attention Seeking
  • Kitten Socialization:
    cat-to-human, cat-to-environment
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Bereavement and Loss Counseling

Consultation Packages

Booking is easy. You can book immediately by choosing from one of the plans below which will take you to my calendar and then through the booking process to payment. If you cannot find a time slot that fits your needs please contact me to inquire about additional availability. 

Unsure if a virtual consultation meets your needs? I think they're as effective, and sometimes more so than an in-person visit. Between seeing videos, having you fill out my behavior questionnaire(s), and seeing a sketch of your home's floor plan I will get a really good picture of what's going on. And I don'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!

The Cat-on-Cat Aggression Package is for cat-to-cat introductions or re-introductions and is designed for challenging cases and people who want extra support.
The Standard Virtual Consultation is best for most behavior problems.
The Short Consultation is for people who don't want to commit to a longer session and may just need some basic help.

                                   Unsure as to which plan best fits your needs please click the button below.

Cat-on-Cat Aggression Package

$459
  • Any pre-session guidance that I offer you
  • 60 minute virtual session + Follow Up Calls*
  • Written Report and Behavior Plan
  • New: 90 days of email support
  • *New: Up to 5 follow up sessions of about 15 minutes each during the 90 day support period. These sessions can be combined into longer sessions as needed.

Standard Virtual Consultation

$279
  • Any pre-session guidance that I offer you
  • 60 minute virtual session
  • Written Report and Behavior plan
  • 60 days of email support
  • The Standard Virtual Consultation is intended for all behavior problems but the cat-on-cat aggression package adds extra support and value.

Short Virtual Consultation*

$159
  • Any pre-session guidance that I offer you
  • 30 minute virtual session 
  • Written Report and Behavior plan
  • 30 days of email support
  • *Not intended for cat-on-cat aggression or inappropriate elimination (litter box issues).

~~ Some behaviors may have a medical cause 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

  • stars 5 yellow  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!

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    stars 5 yellow  Stephen is a real expert for cats‘ behaviour, highly experienced and oberwhelmingly friendly. Highly recommendable. Don‘t miss it!????????

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    3/12/2021

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    2/19/2021
  • stars 5 yellow  Great experience, really helpful and knowledgeable.

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    3/09/2021

    stars 5 yellow  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

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    2/23/2021

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    1/04/2022
  • stars 5 yellow  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

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    11/10/2021

    stars 5 yellow  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

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    2/20/2021

    stars 5 yellow  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

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    3/19/2021
  • stars 5 yellow  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

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    4/28/2021

    stars 5 yellow  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

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    3/30/2021

    stars 5 yellow  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

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    5/06/2021
  • stars 5 yellow  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

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    7/01/2021

    stars 5 yellow  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

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    4/23/2021

    stars 5 yellow  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

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    3/01/2021
  • stars 5 yellow  Stephen did a great job of listening to the issues I am having and delivered a thorough and thoughtful plan that is already starting to show results.

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    7/07/2021

    stars 5 yellow  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

    thumb Sarah
    3/13/2021

    stars 5 yellow  Stephen was attentive and knowledgeable. Would recommend!

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    4/10/2021
  • stars 5 yellow  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

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    10/25/2022

    stars 5 yellow  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

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    4/24/2021

    stars 5 yellow  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

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    2/16/2021
  • stars 5 yellow  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

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    3/13/2021

    stars 5 yellow  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

    thumb Andreia
    4/24/2021

    stars 5 yellow  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

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    5/03/2021

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

Educational Webinars

I offer a few educational webinars at local libraries on zoom. See below for more details.

cool cat with sunglasses with headphones, a photo from the cat behavior help decoding mystery of cats webinar

Webinar: Decoding the Mysteries of Cats, or Why Cats Do What They Do

I explain cat behavior from the perspective of the evolutionary and adaptive forces that drive cat behavior and help shape their lives including the cycle of predation, the scale of confidence, the mother-kitten relationship between humans and cats and finally how food affects cats and our relationships with them.

My Calendar is below. All times are Eastern.

May 1, 2025
Cranford Public Library
7:00 pm Eastern

May 3, 2025
Burlington Co. Library System
10:00 AM Eastern

May 7, 2025
Elmhurst Public Library
8:00 pm Eastern

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Webinar: The Dogs of Chernobyl: A Story of Hope and Resilience

In 2019 I was on a spay/neuter and research campaign for the dogs and cats that descended from the pets left behind after the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear accident. This rare look at Chernobyl, the dogs and people who continue to live there, features my photos and videos from athe abandoned towns of Pripyat and Chernobyl City. A story of unexpected resilience, hope, and heroism, it is at times poignant, emotional and ultimately hopeful.

February 19, 2025
Amherst Town Library
7:00 pm Eastern

April 1, 2025
Elmhurst Public Library
8:00 pm Eastern

April 24, 2025
Bloomington Public Library
8:00 pm Eastern

If you are a library, organization or company and would like to book either of my webinars
 please contact me at [email protected]

Get in Touch

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Creating a Happier World for Cats
& the Humans Who Love Them

Based in New York City, and available virtually over Zoom, worldwide.
New York, NY, 10044

 

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