- Values-based work
- Improving relationships
- Managing stress
About Stephanie
Stephanie Traver is a licensed clinical social worker with 11 years of practice. She works with people who are dealing with trauma, mood disorders, substance and gambling issues, and major life stressors. She practices in New York and supports clients who want clearer thinking and steadier day-to-day functioning.
Stephanie draws on straightforward conversation and practical planning. She helps people notice patterns in thoughts and behavior. Then she and the client set small goals to change those patterns. The emphasis is on useful steps people can use between sessions.
Her approach is collaborative and down-to-earth. She uses methods that focus on values, changing unhelpful thinking, and improving emotional bonds. Sessions often include looking at relationships, parenting challenges, and long-term stress management. The aim is to increase awareness so people can make choices that fit their goals.
Stephanie has worked with a wide range of concerns, including grief, anger, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and coping after disasters. She also supports people managing bipolar symptoms and depressive episodes. Her background includes work with attachment issues and complex trauma.
Clients can expect direct talk about problems and a plan for making changes. Stephanie helps people build skills for everyday life and cope with external stresses. She invites people to reflect, try new behaviors, and track progress over time.
How Stephanie’s approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small, values-driven actions even when feelings are difficult. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, or life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like worry, low mood, or anger. It is practical and often includes home practice. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current connections and can help people address relationship strain and bonding issues.Stephanie treats finding the right approach as a team effort. She will talk with each person about goals, try a few methods, and adjust as needed. That collaborative process helps match the techniques to the client’s situation and preferences.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it possible for international clients to connect with a licensed professional in New York. Ask about session length and format when you schedule so therapy fits your routine.
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Experience
11+ years
Credentials
New York, Connecticut, Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Stephanie address?
She works with trauma and attachment issues, mood disorders like bipolar and depression, anxiety, addictions including gambling, parenting stress, grief, and coping after disasters.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical, focusing on clear conversation, self-reflection, and step-by-step goals to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
What is her professional background?
Stephanie has 11 years of clinical experience working with complex trauma, attachment concerns, mood and personality issues, and gambling problems.
What credentials and location are listed for her?
She holds LCSW and LISW credentials and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work with her?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Stephanie?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.