Here to help you reach your therapeutic goals and overcome obstacles one step at the time!

Hello I am Stefanie! I am a licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I am a 2009 graduate of Webster University with a Master of Arts degree in Mental Health Counseling. As a military spouse, I have been able to view mental health through many different lenses while living in 4 different states and being licensed in those states over the past 11 years. I have worked in intensive in-home services, school based services, CCBYS, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient services. I am currently employed at Southwood Hospital’s Sexual Maladaptive Program as the Clinical Supervisor and as a therapist. I believe that counseling is a process where one can gain insight into their lives and find growth. I strive to provide a safe space where one can unpack their  struggles, stressors, shame, and guilt while learning they do not have to be victims but survivors indeed! 

I believe that having a therapeutic relationship consists of good rapport, trust, and humor in the right moments! The counseling process is a journey with-in itself, so be patient with yourself and allow some time to seize the day.  I am here to help you reach your goals and gain control here at Challenge and Change Counseling LLC!

Finance

Office

Teletherapy

Cost per Session:

$120

Pay By: American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, VisaAccepted Insurance Plans

Highmark

UPMC:

UPMC Health Plan-Commercial

UPMC Health Plan-Value

UPMC Health Plan-Value Select

UPMC Partner

United Behavioral Health

UPMC for Kids

Allegheny County Health Choices (ACCESS)

Specialties:

Trauma and PTSD

Anxiety

Sexual Maladaptive Behaviors Issues

Issues:

Anger Management

Antisocial Personality

Behavioral Issues

Bipolar Disorder

Child or Adolescent

Coping Skills

Depression

Divorce

Emotional Disturbance

Family Conflict

Oppositional Defiance

Parenting

Self Esteem

Self-Harming

Sleep or Insomnia

Suicidal Ideation

Teen Violence

Mental Health

Impulse Control Disorders

Mood Disorders

Thinking Disorders

Client Focus Age

Adults

Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)

Preteens / Tweens (11 to 13)

Children (6 to 10)

Treatment ApproachTypes of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical Behavioral (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Motivational Interviewing

Narrative

Person-Centered

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Strength-Based

Trauma Focused

Trauma Focused CBT (TF-CBT)

Modality

Individuals

Family