Stefanie Johnson, LPC
Wisconsin LPC specializing in trauma and anxiety
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety and depression
- Family and relationships
About Stefanie Johnson
Stefanie Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Wisconsin who brings 14 years of experience working across inpatient hospitals, intensive outpatient programs, in-home therapy, case management, and outpatient settings. She has developed broad clinical experience treating depression, anxiety, complex trauma, post-traumatic stress, severe and persistent mental illness such as schizophrenia, and related family and relationship concerns. Her background includes direct work with anger issues, grief, intimacy and parenting challenges, caregiver stress, first responder issues, and mood disorders.
Stefanie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and a Master of Science in Educational Psychology - Community Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her path to counseling began in high school and continued through graduate training and early work as a case manager with the Bureau of Milwaukee Child Welfare, where she saw how timely referrals and appropriate supports can change outcomes for families. Personal experience with family mental health needs also shaped her commitment to accessible, empathetic care.
Her clinical style is holistic and person-centered - she meets people where they are and tailors treatment to individual goals. Stefanie grounds her work in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and draws heavily on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, mindfulness practices, values-based strategies, and solution-focused techniques. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma-focused work. Rather than offering directive advice, she facilitates conversations that help people discover practical ways to cope, manage symptoms, and build sustainable change. Stefanie balances empathy and direct feedback, encouraging consistency, patience, and active collaboration in the therapeutic process.
Stefanie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and a Master of Science in Educational Psychology - Community Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her path to counseling began in high school and continued through graduate training and early work as a case manager with the Bureau of Milwaukee Child Welfare, where she saw how timely referrals and appropriate supports can change outcomes for families. Personal experience with family mental health needs also shaped her commitment to accessible, empathetic care.
Her clinical style is holistic and person-centered - she meets people where they are and tailors treatment to individual goals. Stefanie grounds her work in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and draws heavily on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, mindfulness practices, values-based strategies, and solution-focused techniques. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma-focused work. Rather than offering directive advice, she facilitates conversations that help people discover practical ways to cope, manage symptoms, and build sustainable change. Stefanie balances empathy and direct feedback, encouraging consistency, patience, and active collaboration in the therapeutic process.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameMood disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Stefanie Johnson have?
Stefanie Johnson has 14 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Stefanie Johnson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are WI LPC 4004-125.
In which languages does Stefanie Johnson provide therapy?
Stefanie provides therapy in English.
Where is Stefanie Johnson located?
Stefanie is located in Wisconsin.
How can I work with Stefanie Johnson as my therapist?
You can work with Stefanie through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Stefanie Johnson work with international clients?
Stefanie Johnson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stefanie Johnson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Informed Approaches Delivered Online
Stefanie integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a structured approach that helps identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills which teach practical techniques for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness; these skills are useful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and ongoing mood instability. Stefanie is trained in EMDR for trauma-focused work, a therapy that supports processing painful memories and reducing their ongoing impact.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Stefanie works with each person to select techniques that match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for their circumstances.
Offering sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, online therapy provides flexibility for people balancing work, family, caregiving, or mobility constraints. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access therapy from familiar environments, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable while working with licensed professionals and therapists.