Self-awareness becomes focused on the present - not the past or the future
Prioritization of your core values, energy is directed towards what truly matters
Establish a rhythm of self-understanding, self-compassion, self-acceptance
Knowledge of how to respond flexibly to your human experience
Revitalize your life: an overall sense of health, enthusiasm, and resilience
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Potential outcomes you can look forward to experiencing from therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an evidenced based model using six core processes to help you learn how to become psychologically flexible; acceptance, present moment focus, cognitive defusion, noticing self, values, and committed actions. I often describe the result of this approach as developing on "internal compass" or a "pulse" in your life that will lead you towards understanding and responding your thoughts and experiences differently. To compliment this I also use Positive Psychology, which concentrates on five key factors essential to happiness and well-being; positive emotions, engagement, meaning, relationships, and accomplishment.
Combining wellness and holistic practices with these core models leads to a strong focus on overall wellness. We will work towards achieving what your optimal health by proactively addressing things like nutrition, movement, sleep, mindfulness... It will be an eclectic, client-centered, and overall empowering approach personalized for you!
About My Approach
It is my belief that the answers to most things are already within you. Therapy helps you to access what you need and my job is to be your guide. I have witnessed many clients succeed and experience how much better life can be when lived in alignment!
The Consultation Call is your first step—an easy 15-minute telehealth meeting where we meet each other, I explain my approach, and we determine if we’re a good fit. If you decide to move forward, you can schedule your Intake Assessment right away or at your convenience through my online booking site.
Before the Intake Assessment you’ll complete intake forms via the online portal. During the session, we’ll review therapy policies, discuss your concerns, I'll gather some background information, discuss your initial goals, and begin to get to know each other.
Consultation Call and Intake Assessment
In our session we talk through what is happening in your life, explore past experiences and how they may be affecting you now, and collaborate together on where you want things to go. A key part of the work we do will be the relationship we share, so trust, empathy, and understanding are important. We talk about some serious stuff, but might also share some laughs together too! Therapy can be challenging and also a very uplifting and enjoyable experience.
You begin to experience an increase in self-awareness, which leads to an awakening of you mind and connection to your body. Learning certain skills, you start to notice changes in how you respond to things in your life. This is how "living in alignment" starts to happen for you!
$200 for 80 minutes
Therapy Sessions
I'm excited to include a variety of offerings throughout the year! Expect to see things like a mindfulness program, workshops, group offerings, and e-courses. They will be evolving and changing based on demand, interest, and need. Sign up for the newsletter for ongoing updates and info!
Specialty Programs
MSSW, LCSW
- Mary Simon
"Stephanie Thomas combines her unique set of therapeutic skills with her athletic experience to offer a compassionate and holistic approach to treatment. Stephanie is thoughtful, balanced and tenacious. She will work hard to problem solve alternative solutions with you on your path to health and well being."
LCSW
- Cynthia Hunt
"Stephanie is a very genuine and down to earth therapist who has the ability to look at the whole person with empathy and care. She makes all people she meets feel comfortable and calm. "
MSW, LCSW, IMH-E ®
- Melissa Haas
" Stephanie is an incredibly compassionate and skilled clinician whom I have had the privilege of working with and knowing for roughly a decade. She is able to be fully present with clients through many of life's ups and downs while supporting them on their own path."
MS, LPC
- Nicole Gardner
"Stephanie has a great perspective on many different areas of life and therapy, which makes her one of my go-to people to consult with. Her warmth as a human helps to create a safe space from the start. "
LCSW
- Emily Cotton
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Stephanie for the past ten years. In that time I have seen her in the roles of fitness instructor, friend, and most recently as a valued colleague. I can confidently say that Stephanie shows up with a presence that lets people know she is serious, committed, and ready to listen to their whole story. I know her to be professional and unwaveringly ethical while also being down-to-earth and approachable. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to any women seeking a clear-headed and capable guide through the inevitable twists and turns of life."
step one
Free consultation for new clients
The Process
15-minute Telehealth consultation for new clients. Inquire about therapy services, assessment for best fit for both of us, explanation of therapy approach, option to schedule intake session.
step two
Intake Assessment
Together we discuss the process of therapy and policies are reviewed. Current concerns and other general background information is gathered. Where it all begins!
step three
Therapy Sessions
Personalized counseling in a safe, confidential, and private teletherapy room. Here we work together to raise your awareness, determine solutions, and alignment begins to happen for you.
- If your plan offers out-of-network benefits, it means they cover a portion of the cost when you see a therapist that is not contracted with them.
- With OON therapists, you pay for the session upfront and then submit a claim to your insurance for reimbursement (Mentaya helps with this!)
- Superbill will provided to you via the Jane app portal
- Insurance often reimburses a portion of the private pay rate, usually after you meet an out-of-network deductible. For example, after you meet a $1,000 deductible, your insurance may reimburse 50-80% of the cost.
What are OON benefits?
Insurance companies have requirements and restrictions which limits the personalization of delivery of therapeutic services. While I do not accept insurance, I can provide a Superbill through the online portal for you to submit to your insurance for reimbursement if you have Out-of-Network (OON) benefits.
I also accept Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) payments. You simply need to use that card in the Jane app portal as your preferred payment method.
Why do you not accept insurance?
ONLY those you choose to share it with. I adhere to all ethical guidelines and standards of HIPPA and to ensure your privacy is held with the greatest care and concern. All communications, scheduling, telehealth, and payments are HIPPA compliant.
Who will know I am going to therapy?
Is Telehealth as beneficial as in-person therapy?
Positive Psychology complements the ACT approach by emphasizing the positive aspects of life and empowering clients to build their lives around qualities such as happiness, satisfaction, well-being, and purpose. Rather than focusing on diagnosis or treating mental illness, Positive Psychology is a strengths-based, holistic approach that shifts the focus from dysfunction to thriving, highlighting the importance of positive emotions.
Why choose a therapist that uses the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) model? — What makes Positive Psychology effective?
Do you accept male clients as well?
