Stephanie Stoddart, LCSW
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Adoption and foster care
About Stephanie Stoddart
Her clinical work focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, motivation, and self-esteem, with attention to how thoughts shape behavior and overall life satisfaction. She also brings experience addressing confidence-building and compassion fatigue, and she works with issues related to adoption and foster care, communication problems, narcissism, self-love, and women’s concerns.
Stephanie has provided care to a wide range of people, including young children, foster children, adolescents and teenagers, youth living in group homes, young men, foster and adoptive parents, and people who are or were incarcerated, including military men and women. This breadth of experience informs a flexible, trauma-aware approach to therapy.
She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to meet individual needs. Stephanie aims to support clients through self-discovery and personal healing, empowering them to take the first courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Stephanie Stoddart have?
Stephanie Stoddart has 19 years of professional experience.
Is Stephanie Stoddart a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 96021.
In which languages does Stephanie Stoddart provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Stephanie Stoddart located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Stephanie Stoddart as my therapist?
You can work with Stephanie Stoddart through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Stephanie Stoddart work with international clients?
Stephanie Stoddart does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stephanie Stoddart 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 with therapy 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Stephanie Stoddart
Stephanie integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into her online practice. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration, allowing clients to set the pace while the therapist offers validation and support for personal growth. This approach is helpful for building self-esteem and emotional resilience.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical tools to reframe unhelpful thinking patterns and reduce anxiety and stress. CBT is often used for managing anxiety, improving motivation, and addressing relationship-related thinking patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Stephanie works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they explore what feels most helpful and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Stephanie includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules. These options make it possible to connect from different locations and choose the format that feels most comfortable, while still receiving guided support from licensed professionals and therapists trained in these approaches.
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