LCSW, 15 years of experience
Frequently rebooked
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in North Carolina. I received my Master of Social Work degree from Rutgers University in 2007 and have been practicing social work (a combination of behavioral health counseling and related services) since then. I help my clients feel heard, seen and understood. From our first session, I engage them in creating their own vision for therapy.
I will send forms for you to complete beforehand so I have an initial understanding of what your needs are. I'll introduce myself, go over privacy practices and other "housekeeping" items. We'll get to know each other a little bit. Then I'll ask you questions based on what you include in the intake paperwork, then answer any questions you may have.
I've provided behavioral health-related services to diverse populations in a number of settings over the past 18 years. I love joining with clients and creating a solid therapeutic relationship that sustains the work we do together. Also, I've been a client! I know what it feels like to sit opposite a behavioral health professional, and how vulnerable that experience can be. I believe this makes me a more compassionate, attuned therapist.
I enjoy working with adults across the life span, with a particular love for those in the 18-25 life transition period and LGBTQIA+ folks. I'm well suited to clients who struggle to identify and express their needs, for whom daily life has become overwhelming and painful for various reasons (mood disorders, occupational or parenting stress, relationship issues, trauma), or those looking to make certain changes to become what they see as their best selves. I do not provide group therapy or couples counseling.
I utilize a customized approach for each of my clients, based on their specific needs and preferences. The therapeutic modality I employ most often is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ("ACT"). I focus a lot on mindfulness and sometimes blend with Expressive Arts Therapy, and use some Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) framework. I'm also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), which means I use a trauma-informed approach with all clients.
This is the approach I often use with clients who want to focus on healing from trauma (particularly childhood). Sometimes it becomes useful in unexpected ways as we progress.
If you feel that you’re disconnected from your body, or that you’re “in your head” all the time, this approach may be helpful for you. Somatic therapy emphasizes mindfulness and breathing techniques to help release stored trauma. It’s also helpful in improving your relationship with and attitudes toward your body.
3 ratings with written reviews
July 24, 2025
My first session with Stephanie was immediately comforting. Her approach was very reassuring. She allowed me to talk and get everything out that I wanted to say she listened and asked questions when she didn’t understand something or just wanted to clarification on it. She is very open-minded, respectful and kind hearted.
June 9, 2025
She is a very comfortable kind person to talk to and a wonderful therapist, I highly recommend Steph especially if you are nervous about therapy and worry about any judgement
April 29, 2025
I think she was great, I felt like so much stuff I had stuffed inside of me was free, and it felt good to be open and honest