- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Somatic breath work
About Stephanie
Stephanie Collins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with 21 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, anger, low self-esteem, and ADHD, and has additional focus on isolation, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.
She blends straightforward conversation with practical tools. Sessions often look at how thoughts affect feelings and behavior. Breath work and body-based techniques are used to address how stress shows up in the nervous system. Stephanie also offers help for confidence and self-esteem concerns.
Her training includes a Master of Social Work from California State University, Sacramento, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin. She has practiced in California since leaving Texas in 1990 and brings two decades of clinical experience to her work.
In sessions she uses cognitive-behavioral ideas alongside mindfulness and somatic methods. That means clients may notice changes in thinking patterns, simple mindfulness exercises, and grounding breath practices during meetings. The approach is practical and focused on what helps day-to-day functioning.
Outside of practice she walks her dog, practices hot yoga, and enjoys cooking. These personal interests inform a relaxed and down-to-earth style in sessions.
How therapeutic methods translate to online sessions
Stephanie uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to help identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns. This approach breaks down difficult situations into manageable steps and is often used for anxiety, panic, and social fears.She also uses mindfulness practices to develop present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity. Simple breathing and grounding exercises are taught and practiced in session to help regulate the nervous system.
Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to test approaches, notice what helps, and adjust methods based on goals and comfort. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions stay relevant and useful.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example shorter check-ins can fit into a lunch break, and audio-only meetings may be useful when bandwidth is limited or being on camera feels difficult. Licensed professionals often find these practical benefits help maintain consistency with ongoing work.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, isolation, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.
What is her approach in sessions?
She combines cognitive-behavioral ideas, mindfulness, and somatic techniques like breath work to address thoughts, feelings, and bodily responses.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 21 years of clinical experience as a licensed social worker practicing in California.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is an LCSW licensed in California and provides services from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not taking international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what is the cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to schedule?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.