- Warm and straightforward
- Practical goals
- Trauma aware
About Stephanie
Stephanie began her career supporting children on the autism spectrum and adults working through addiction. Those roles led her to focus on trauma, anxiety, and recovery work over the past 12 years. She also supports people facing relationship struggles, communication problems, codependency, and attachment concerns.
Her approach centers on collaboration and plainspoken guidance. She uses client-centered methods to follow each person’s lead, and combines that with structured tools to change unhelpful patterns. Sessions often include goal setting and small, doable actions to try between meetings.
Stephanie integrates trauma-focused work with motivational interviewing when addiction or ambivalence about change are present. She also uses mindfulness practices to help with overwhelming emotions and to build tolerance for stress. Her style aims to be compassionate while staying focused on what will move someone forward.
If you prefer a therapist who listens without judgment and then offers straightforward plans, Stephanie aims to provide that balance. People who appreciate clear goals and steady, practical support may find this approach helpful.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following what matters to you. The therapist focuses on understanding your experience and letting your priorities guide sessions, which helps when people need space to sort feelings or life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches specific skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and patterns like avoidance or impulsivity because it breaks problems into steps you can work on between meetings.
Mindfulness Therapy offers simple practices to notice emotions without getting overwhelmed. These strategies can help reduce reactivity, manage stress, and support recovery from trauma or addiction.
Finding the right fit is part of the process. The therapist will work with each person to choose approaches that match their goals, needs, and preferences. This happens collaboratively, with regular check-ins to see what helps and what should change.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats before booking since specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Talk with the therapist during the match process about what will fit your routine and goals.
License and NPI
- LPC
NPI1205197308
As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can I bring to therapy?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem, depression, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, and LGBTQ concerns among others.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her style is warm, validating, and straightforward with an emphasis on collaboration, clear goals, and practical steps you can use between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience, including early work with children on the autism spectrum and adults in addiction services.
What credential and region does she hold?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not list specific formats.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.