Meet Stephanie
Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Welcome! I have 9 years of experience successfully working with adults, teens, and children ages 6 and up, treating trauma, dysregulation, anxiety, depression, grief, and occasionally existential dread. (It happens to all of us.)
My qualifications and approach: I am basic trained in EMDR and have received advanced training in EMDR for children and EMDR with sandtray, as well as extensive training in trauma-informed care. I'm passionate about providing gender-affirming care and a safe space for identity exploration. My primary therapeutic modalities are client-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, DBT-informed, parts work/IFS-informed, Child-Centered Play Therapy, somatic, and existential. Or, one might just say eclectic. Each client is different, so each client gets a little different therapy. I do not follow manuals.
People often describe me as warm and gentle but direct; I'm told I have a calming presence. I like to be playful when the time is right. I listen carefully and I suspect my face says my wheels are always turning.
Therapy is a second career. I was a writer. I earned my Master of Social Work from University of Denver in 2018 with concentrations in mental health and family systems. I'm an avid reader and cat person, but don't tell my two dogs.
Why Choose Psychotherapy?
It can help with
Trauma Recovery
I specialize in providing effective treatment for trauma survivors, particularly those with early childhood emotional wounds and neglect. I use a combination of EMDR and IFS-informed parts work.
Emotional Regulation
I incorporate lots of coping skills and meditation psychoeducation, and as much in-session practice as you'd like.
Child Play Therapy
I specialize in Child-Centered Play Therapy, which is nondirective. Throughout, we practice coping skills. I teach and model basic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy skills.
Adolescents
Please know that if your child is 15 or older, they will need to consent to their own therapy, and legally they can bar me from sharing any information with you. This is a good thing, because it creates the safe space they need.
Identity
I provide gender-affirming care and hold space for those exploring gender identity and expression.
Self-Exploration
My therapy encourages self-exploration and personal growth, empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives on their own terms.
Insurance and Payment
Aetna
Anthem BCBS
Colorado Access (Medicaid)
Kaiser and Kaiser Medicare
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford
SelectHealth
UHC Student Resources
United Medical Resources (UMR)
United
Private pay for sessions is $175.
Sliding scale may be available;
feel free to inquire.
I accept all major credit cards and HSA cards.
Begin Your Healing Process
Contact Information
Phone
Address
1355 S. Colorado Blvd. Suite 201, Denver, CO 80222