Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 26 ratings

Madison Steffey

LCSW, 5 years of experience

Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Virtual
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About me

I believe every child and teen has the capacity to grow, heal, and thrive when they feel seen, safe, and understood. My role is to create that space — one built on trust, curiosity, and connection. I view behavior and emotion as communication, not defiance or brokenness. I help clients understand what’s underneath anger, withdrawal, anxiety, or big feelings. My approach to therapy is relational, trauma-informed, and developmentally tailored. I believe lasting change happens when children and families feel emotionally safe, genuinely understood, and supported in learning new ways to connect and cope. Therapy with me is not one-size-fits-all — I adapt my methods to meet each child, teen, and family exactly where they are.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

The first session is all about getting to know each other and helping you (and your child or teen) feel comfortable. I know starting therapy can bring up a mix of feelings — curiosity, hope, or even nervousness — so I take things at a gentle pace. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where we can begin building trust and understanding.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

As a provider, I employ empathy, adaptability and flexibility, consistency, clear communication, and positive reinforcement skills to build a trusting relationship with parents and equip them with skills to facilitate a secure parent-child bond and decrease behavior issues.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I love working with parents and child(ren). Most children I work with are in the 2-18 age range. The parents I work with are seeking to improve their bond with their child and typically reduce behavior issues.

Specialties

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My treatment methods

Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

I am certified in PCIT through PCIT International. I am also working on my Within Agency Trainer certification. I have 5 years of experience in the model with a diverse range of clients. PCIT is an evidenced based practice that improves parent-child bond and decreases behavior problems.

Motivational Interviewing

I have utilized MI throughout my 5 years of practice. MI is a collaborative, client centered intervention that illcits positive change.

Trauma Informed Care

For 5 years, the focus of my work has been with children and families who have experienced trauma. I will use TIC by utilizing empathy, psycho education, and practical skills.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 26 ratings

3 ratings with written reviews

July 9, 2025

The only provider that I have come across where I don’t feel like I’m talking to a robot or im forcing myself to be there. I actually enjoy my visits with Madison.

Verified client, age 18-24

Review shared after session 2 with Madison

April 29, 2025

Madison is extremely easy to talk to. She utilizes helpful exercises and I feel like a weight is lifted off my shoulders after our sessions.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 4 with Madison

March 12, 2025

Madison is wonderful.

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 1 with Madison