- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Grief and loss
About Stephanie
Stephanie Petersen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri and a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with 14 years of clinical experience. She lists work with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, addiction, relationship and family concerns, and life changes among her areas of focus. Stephanie also notes experience with parenting, intimacy-related issues, career concerns, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
She trained with a Bachelor of Social Work from Oakland University and a Master of Social Work from Wayne State University. Her background includes medical social work in hospitals and home health settings, and she has provided telehealth therapy since 2020. That mix of hospital and community work informs her practical approach to everyday problems.
Stephanie uses a blend of methods rather than one strict model. She emphasizes cognitive behavioral strategies alongside mindfulness practices. Motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas also appear in her work when helpful.
In sessions she focuses on learning coping skills, looking at thought patterns, and considering how early family roles influence present behavior. She asks questions about past experiences to help people understand recurring patterns. Her clinical aim is to help clients develop concrete tools for managing stress, substance concerns, grief, and relationship strain.
Outside of work she enjoys reading, travel, movies, music, martial arts, gardening, and her French bulldogs. She lives and practices in Michigan and conducts work in English.
How Stephanie blends therapy approaches for online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take action in line with what matters to them, often used for stress, anxiety, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and coping skills. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotion regulation.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Stephanie uses these methods collaboratively, discussing goals and preferences to decide which mix fits best. Clients and therapist check in and adjust methods as problems and priorities change.
The biography does not list specific session formats here, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also allows people to use video or phone options depending on what suits their schedule and comfort on a given day.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Michigan, Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to family of origin?
She lists family and relationship concerns, attachment issues, abandonment, and blended family issues among her focus areas. These are addressed by looking at how early roles and expectations still affect current behavior.
Which therapy styles does she use?
She works with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, Motivational Interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas. Sessions commonly combine practical skill work with reflective exploration.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of experience, including medical social work in hospitals and home health roles, plus telehealth work beginning in 2020. That experience shapes her practical focus on coping skills and problem solving.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds LCSW and LMSW credentials. The biography lists MO LCSW and MI LMSW as the relevant licenses.
In what language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted, according to the provided information.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the client's location.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Prospective clients are asked to select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the service.
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