About Me

Stephanie has been working with couples, families, and individuals since 1995. It is her joy to come to the office daily and work with folks, helping them move from hurt and pain to relief and, ultimately, beautiful connections with their loved ones. Stephanie is close to certification as an Emotionally Focused Therapist.  EFT is a researched, proven, successful couples therapy that restores intimacy and closeness, teaches clear steps and strategies to change problem interactions, and builds loving, safe, and secure relationships. EFT is also a model to help solve individual issues related to anxiety, depression, loss, and parenting issues.  She has been married since 1999 and has two children.  

As A Therapist, Stephanie Embraces The Following Philosophies

  • She believes that you are worthy of love and care

  • She believes that you can feel safe and free in your relationship

  • She believes that change is possible when you allow yourself the space to do the work

  • She believes that loving and accepting ourselves for who we are, scars and all, is one of the most courageous things we can do

  • She believes that we can stop feeling shame when we share our story with someone who can hear it with empathy and understanding

Education, Training and Professional Activities

  • California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #MFC 39986

  • M. A. in Marriage and Family Therapy

  • Working with couples, families, and individuals – 1995 to present

  • Clinical Supervisor of other Marriage and Family Therapists

  • Couples therapist consultant

  • CBT Competent Therapist

  • Former Clinical Supervisor at Childnet Family Services – Long Beach, CA

  • Former Clinical Supervisor at Rossier Park School – Long Beach, CA

  • Clinical Member, California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists

  • Clinical Member, American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists

Let’s Discover How I Can Help

Stephanie is a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental therapist who honors the inner experiences of the clients she has the privilege to work with. If you would like to schedule a free 30-minute consultation please call today at 562-213-5318 . I'm here for you.