- Client-centered approach
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Stephanie
Stephanie Sammarco is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey and a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPMHC) in Delaware with 15 years of clinical experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, parenting strain, anger, and self-esteem issues. Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients.
Stephanie focuses on building a trusting therapeutic relationship first. She uses straightforward talk and practical skills during sessions. That can include identifying unhelpful thoughts, trying small behavior changes, or practicing awareness and calming skills. She explains options clearly so people know what to expect.
Her background includes work with people coping with chronic pain, caregiver stress, and complicated grief. She also supports those dealing with codependency, divorce and separation, family of origin problems, and challenges around infidelity or forgiveness. First responders and people wrestling with isolation or life-purpose questions are within her experience.
Stephanie draws from client-centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness. She also uses motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas when they fit a person's goals. The approach is adjusted to each person's concerns and pace.
Practical matters are part of the conversation. She notes that costs vary by location and that sessions operate through a cancelable subscription model. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
How Stephanie uses evidence-based approaches in online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person rather than labels. The therapist listens closely and reflects what she hears so clients feel understood and can decide on next steps. This approach is useful for people who want a frank, person-focused conversation about their concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It involves simple exercises such as noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. CBT is often used for anxiety, worry, and stress-related problems.
Mindfulness therapy teaches short attention and breathing practices to help manage intense emotions and stay present. These techniques can assist with rumination, anxiety, and coping during stressful situations.
Finding the right approach is part of the work and is handled collaboratively. The therapist will talk with the person about their goals and preferences and then recommend strategies to try. Sessions can shift over time as needs change, with regular check-ins about what is or is not helpful.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since specific formats are not listed in the biography. Ask about the available session types and how they fit your schedule. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, short breaks, or limited time for travel, and they let people continue care without rearranging major parts of their day.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
New Jersey, Delaware
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, and related issues.
How does she usually approach therapy?
Sessions use a mix of client-centered listening, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas tailored to the person's needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of counseling experience working with a wide range of concerns including chronic pain, caregiver stress, and first responder issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LPC and LPMHC credentials and practices in New Jersey with registration details listed as NJ LPC and DE LPMHC.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking since the biography does not list specific formats on file.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions are managed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the site.