Hi there, I'm Stephanie!

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), with degrees in Psychology and Children, Adolescent, and Family Studies, as well as a masters in Counseling Psychology. I work collaboratively with clients, addressing a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, relational dynamics, phases of life, & impacts on daily functioning.

My focus

I love working with clients who are motivated to change and have the willingness to commit to the path to do so. I believe that everyone can grow, and I work with my clients to gain a meaningful skill set, while honing in on their own unique strengths, in order to cultivate lasting change.

My approach

I take a very client-centered approach in practice, valuing a genuine and authentic therapeutic relationship. I believe this is necessary in order to cultivate safety and openness within each unique individual. I recognize that everyone’s processes and experiences differ greatly, and I remain diligent in being flexible to the needs of each client.

My communication style

I aim to make therapy feel like a real conversation, in an effort to help you feel understood, supported, and truly heard. My goal is to create a collaborative and meaningful space in which I may offer feedback, ask reflective questions, and help you discover insights along the way.

My journey to mental healthcare

Through personal therapy of my own, along with extensive education, I have been able to gain insights from each side of the therapeutic experience. I believe that my clients are the experts in their own lives, and I can empathize with the ebbs and flows of the growth process.

My goals for you

I draw from various treatment modalities including DBT, psychodynamic, attachment, trauma-informed care, & CBT. By using this integrative methodology, I work collaboratively with clients to build insight and awareness into their experiences with negative maladaptive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors impacting daily life.

Our first session

In our initial session, we will begin with introductions and establishing a comfortable atmosphere of communication. I will gather information, any necessary documentation, and review with you goals and expectations of therapy. Moving forward, we'll work collaboratively towards desired goals and outcomes, while accommodating the fluidity of life.

I identify as...

Female
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Expertise

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Humanistic

Imago Relationship Therapy

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Somatic

Trauma Focused

Trust-Based Relational Intervention

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology from California State University, Bakersfield.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

1701 Westwind Dr Ste 121, Bakersfield, CA 93301

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Stephanie David