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Aloha! My name is Dr. Stefanie Strong and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have spent my career working to help people heal from trauma, addiction, abuse, neglect, and a variety of familial issues. I received my Master of Science in Behavioral Science from Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma in 2010. I completed my Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University in San Diego, California in 2018. I am currently an LMFT in Hawaii and Utah. This provider resides in Hawaii.
My approach
My practice of therapy has long been a diverse approach based on client needs. I am skilled in CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Family Dynamics, trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as well as Cognitive Processing Therapy and Trauma Focused CBT.
My focus
I have worked with a variety of clients in both outpatient settings and intensive long-term residential treatment settings. I have worked with adults and adolescents suffering from trauma, addictions of multiple types, couple and family issues, and diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and struggles with anger. I have worked with families regarding attachment trauma and relationship healing as well.
My communication style
I work to create an environment free of judgment, and aim to meet my clients where they are. As a client, you are the expert on you, and my goal is to work with you to help you find the answers that work best for you. I am open to feedback, I look for collaboration, humor when appropriate, and authenticity. I am open, honest, and compassionate.
My journey to mental healthcare
My journey to becoming a therapist has come with many twists and turns. I have always been interested in the human mind and interactions. I have experienced many different types of therapy and worked in environments and with groups that I never imagined. I am grateful for all of those experiences and continue to enjoy learning more about the field.
My goals for you
I like to hear what your goals are. What are you looking for from your time in therapy? What would you like to see be different if you woke up tomorrow and everything was better? I understand that your goals need to be YOURS, not mine or anyone else's. So I aim to help you identify yours and find out how to reach them.
My first session with you
Our first session will be used to get to know one another in this therapeutic setting. I want to work towards building therapeutic trust and communication. I can take the lead if you'd like, or you can start with what feels most comfortable to you. Therapy is a deeply personal experience for the clients especially, and I want to create an environment where you are comfortable being yourself.
