Business Details
Virtual Mental Health Therapy Services
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals overcome life's most challenging obstacles. My practice focuses on creating a safe, compassionate space where clients can explore the root causes of their struggles through open dialogue and evidence-based techniques. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults facing anxiety, low self-esteem, chronic illness, and trauma-related issues, including Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. My approach combines clinical expertise with integrative wellness coaching to help clients develop practical coping strategies and improve communication skills. Having worked in both residential treatment facilities and community mental health organizations across Los Angeles, I bring deep industry experience to my current virtual private practice.I believe in empowering clients to release shame and guilt while identifying limiting beliefs that hinder personal growth. My commitment to personalized care ensures each client receives tailored support for their unique journey toward greater happiness and fulfillment. Through strategic goal-setting and compassionate guidance, I help individuals transform their lives and build resilience against stress and overwhelm. My practice remains grounded in continuous professional development and adherence to the highest ethical standards in mental health care.
Services
Individual Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Self-Esteem Counseling
Chronic Illness Support
Trauma Recovery
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of experience in mental health and residential treatment settings
- Specialized approach for chronic illness and autoimmune condition support
- Combines clinical expertise with integrative wellness coaching techniques
- Offers virtual therapy for California residents' convenience
- Focuses on practical skill development for long-term emotional resilience
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Certified Integrative Wellness Coach
Services
Individual Therapy
Virtual therapy sessions tailored to individual needs help clients address emotional challenges and life difficulties. This service focuses on developing coping strategies, improving communication skills, and building emotional resilience. Clients receive personalized support for overcoming anxiety, self-esteem issues, and trauma-related concerns through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized therapy for anxiety disorders helps clients understand and manage their symptoms effectively. The treatment combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to reduce anxiety's impact on daily life. Clients learn practical tools for managing stress responses and building long-term emotional stability through structured therapeutic sessions.
Chronic Illness Support
Targeted support for individuals managing chronic health conditions addresses emotional and psychological challenges associated with long-term illnesses. This service helps clients develop coping mechanisms for pain management, build resilience against stress, and improve quality of life. Specialized support is available for those living with Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis.
Self-Esteem Counseling
Therapy focused on improving self-worth helps clients overcome negative self-perceptions and develop healthier self-views. The service addresses underlying causes of low self-esteem and helps clients establish boundaries. Through guided sessions, clients learn to recognize their inherent value and develop more positive self-relationships.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized treatment for trauma survivors helps process difficult experiences and reduce their emotional impact. This service creates a safe space for exploring traumatic memories and developing healing strategies. Clients receive support for overcoming the lasting effects of past experiences while building emotional resilience for the future.
People
Stephanie Weston
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
With over 20 years of experience in mental health, Stephanie specializes in helping clients overcome anxiety, self-esteem issues, and chronic illness challenges. She combines clinical expertise with integrative wellness coaching in her virtual private practice across California.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
I provide virtual individual therapy for adolescents and adults focusing on anxiety, self-esteem issues, chronic illness management, and trauma recovery. My approach combines clinical social work with integrative wellness coaching techniques.
Are therapy sessions conducted in-person or online?
All sessions are conducted virtually through secure video conferencing, allowing convenient access to therapy from anywhere in California without the need for travel.
Do you specialize in any particular conditions?
I specialize in helping clients with anxiety disorders, low self-esteem, and chronic illness challenges including Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, using evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to individual needs.
How can I schedule a consultation?
You can schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation through my website to discuss your needs and determine if my approach would be a good fit for your therapeutic goals.
What experience do you have in mental health?
With over 20 years of experience, I've worked in residential treatment facilities and community mental health organizations across Los Angeles, currently maintaining a virtual private practice focused on personalized mental health support.
Reviews (6)
Desiree A.
Jun 24, 2021
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I absolutely loved my sessions with Stephanie. Speaking with her, I finally felt heard and understood with zero judgment for my way of thinking or feeling. She is such a genuine person and truly cares for her clients. My sessions with her ended a couple years ago and I still think about how much she helped me during one of the lowest points in my life. I appreciate her so much.
Mark M.
Mar 12, 2019
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Stephanie has the clearest intentions, which are to make everyone around her feel comfortable, absent of judgment, and more importantly, heard. She is one of the most honest and sincere individuals I have come across. She has helped me directly, indirectly, and by a mere example of setting a high standard of how to treat people. Anyone that decides to contact and visit Stephanie is in very good hands.
Michelle P.
Mar 12, 2019
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Stephanie is a wonderful person who will make a positive impact in your life. She is dedicated to her craft and strives to provide the highest quality service to all of her clients. You will not regret going to see Stephanie at any point in your life. Many people feel uncomfortable with the idea of going to therapy but Stephanie has a gift for putting people at ease and helping others find clarity and peace. You will not regret taking the time to talk with her and enrich your life. I always recommend her to people I know.
Reena B.
Mar 18, 2018
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I am so glad I found Stephanie! She is warm, patient and truly made me feel listened to. I can discuss anything with her and she will give me honest, direct feedback in a completely non judgmental way. She is both smart and empathetic with a knack for asking such insightful questions, that I feel like I'm constantly learning new things about myself. Her sessions have already helped me get to the root of many issues, and feel more confident and empowered. I highly recommend her!
Kari P.
Jul 05, 2017
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Stephanie is really great especially with teens and young adults. She is able to connect with them and has a great tough but kind approach that works really well. She is able to work with you and your family through a quick crisis or through long term therapy depending on your needs. It's a relief to find and work with Stephanie.
M. B.
Jun 06, 2017
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Stephanie is amazing. She is knowledgeable and insightful, tough yet encouraging. She is completely present when listening to her clients, is able to recognize each person's unique needs and introduce useful strategies that can help make complicated issues understandable and manageable.
