Stephanie Stoddart, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Stephanie!

I help people discover their true potential by exploring how familial and social narratives affect self-belief and fulfillment, without letting them define it. I use a strengths-based and person-centered approach to build rapport and assist clients in getting out of their own way, making room for joy and overall life satisfaction.

My focus

I work with adults struggling with anxiety and depression, as well as those seeking support for self-esteem, self-worth, and motivation. Whether you are working through unresolved trauma, wanting to build coping skills, or ready to address personal goals, I'll create an individualized treatment plan that feels empowering and achievable.

My approach

I build rapport through active listening to create strong connections. My superpowers include unconditional positive regard, listening uninterruptedly, and creating safe spaces where clients feel seen and heard. Together, we identify barriers and develop strategies to increase confidence, promote healing, and instill hope.

My communication style

I prioritize clear, open, and direct communication to create a supportive, non-judgmental interaction. I practice active listening while providing opportunities for reflection. I am direct and honest when asked questions, as I firmly believe in transparency and trust. I am patient, caring, kind, humorous, genuine, empathetic, and calm in demeanor.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always loved helping others, as acts of service are my love language. As a child, I befriended underprivileged children and those from troubled homes because I saw the humanity in everyone. Through tumultuous relationships with loved ones facing mental health challenges, I learned that I wanted to do more for people.

My goals for you

I help clients achieve their goals through active listening. Once I understand your needs, I reflect on what I've heard to ensure my understanding of your intentions. From here, I collaborate with you to co-create achievable goals, manage accountability, and track progress. I encourage you to take small steps and be patient with the process.

Our first session

During our first session, I will verify your personal information and review administrative expectations. From here, I will work on getting to know you and complete an intake assessment to get a whole-person view of who you are and what brought you to treatment. I want to utilize that first meeting to build rapport.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White, Hispanic or Latinx
Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Mindfulness-Based

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Western Growers Insurance
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Stephanie Stoddart