Stephanie is a Board Certified fully Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC in IL), fully Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC in TX and NJ), certified substance abuse counselor (CSAC), and a certified clinical trauma specialist (CCTS-I). She has a passion for helping others and a passion for learning. She received her Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University in Chicago, and has specialized training treating trauma from the Arizona Trauma Institute. Stephanie has over 10 years of specialized training as a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Therapist (NATC). She is also trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Stephanie’s specializes in trauma recovery/PTSD, substance use, and works with individuals and couples. She also has clinical interest and knowledge of working with clients who are first responders. Stephanie also has an extensive interest and specialized training/experience in working with those who have undergone narcissistic abuse.

True healing takes time, care,and attention. Recovery, in whatever ways are important to the individual, it is possible! Stephanie works through a lens that allows clients to have their voices heard, be understood, all while not being judged and cared for, to help clients with their specific needs and goals. Stephanie believes that her own past experiences have helped her connect with her clients and form trustworthy therapeutic relationships. She often works with individuals, and she hopes to bring a sense of compassion, kindness, trust, and empathy when working with these clients. Stephanie treats therapy like a casual conversation, meaning she listens and talks with you - not at you, and uses humor and sarcasm frequently. Think of chatting with a friend at a coffee shop, only she knows a thing or two about mental health - how to support clients and guide change.

Stephanie loves spending time with family and friends. When she is not counseling clients, Stephanie loves to watch interesting documentaries or fun movies; she also loves to listen to music or podcasts for self-care. She also trains Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), a martial art, at her local academy in her spare time.

“My superpower is helping other people find their superpower.” - Eve Torres Gracie