- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- 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 experience. She works with stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career concerns, and life changes, and also lists ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns among her focus areas.
She trained at Oakland University for her BSW and earned a Master of Social Work from Wayne State University. Her background includes medical social work in hospitals and home health. Since 2020 she has provided telehealth therapy based out of Missouri, bringing experience with medical and caregiving stresses to remote sessions.
Stephanie uses a mix of practical methods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Mindfulness Therapy builds awareness of the present moment and reduces reactivity. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas when they fit the client’s needs.
In sessions she focuses on teaching coping skills and examining life patterns. That means looking at past experiences, noticing thought habits, and practicing new ways of responding. The approach is conversational and skills-oriented, with exercises to try between meetings.
Outside of work she enjoys reading, travel, movies, music, martial arts, gardening, and time with her French bulldogs. She describes herself as practical and approachable, and she encourages people who are considering therapy to take the next step and try a first session.
How her approaches translate to remote work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing thoughts and committing to actions that align with personal values. It can help when life changes or avoidance patterns get in the way of everyday goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with small behavioral changes, which is useful for anxiety, stress, and mood concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and build steady routines.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stephanie will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit best based on goals and preferences. That collaborative adjustment continues over the first few sessions so techniques can be tried and changed if needed.
Exact session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people appreciate remote sessions because they can fit meetings into a work break, avoid travel time, or choose shorter check-ins when bandwidth is limited. Online work also makes it easier to practice skills in daily settings and to review exercises between meetings.
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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 help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career and life changes, plus addiction, ADHD, relationship and family issues.
What is her approach in sessions?
She uses a mix of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy to teach coping skills and look at thought patterns.
How long has she been practicing?
Stephanie has 14 years of clinical experience, including medical social work and home health roles before moving into telehealth work.
What credentials and location apply?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri and a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan and works from the Michigan/Missouri area.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.