Stephanie Petersen, LCSW, LMSW
Practical, mindful support for life’s hardest transitions
- Grief and loss care
- Stress and anxiety skills
- Addiction and recovery support
About Stephanie Petersen
Stephanie Petersen, LCSW, LMSW, is a licensed social worker who provides therapy in English and brings 14 years of experience supporting people from many walks of life. An LMSW is a Licensed Master Social Worker, and an LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - credentials that reflect advanced graduate training and professional licensure in social work practice. She earned her BSW from Oakland University and her MSW from Wayne State University, and her background includes medical social work in a hospital setting as well as home health services.
Since 2020, Stephanie has worked as a telehealth therapist, helping clients navigate concerns such as grief and loss, stress and anxiety, self-esteem, addiction, relationship and family conflict, and the challenges that can come with illness and major life transitions. Her style is eclectic, with a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based work. She focuses on practical coping tools while also making room to examine past experiences and patterns of thinking, so clients can better understand themselves and move forward with intention.
Stephanie approaches therapy as a supportive partnership and aims to be a steady, nonjudgmental presence as clients work through obstacles and pursue meaningful goals. Outside of sessions, she enjoys reading, traveling, movies, music, martial arts, gardening, and spending time with her French bulldogs.
Since 2020, Stephanie has worked as a telehealth therapist, helping clients navigate concerns such as grief and loss, stress and anxiety, self-esteem, addiction, relationship and family conflict, and the challenges that can come with illness and major life transitions. Her style is eclectic, with a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based work. She focuses on practical coping tools while also making room to examine past experiences and patterns of thinking, so clients can better understand themselves and move forward with intention.
Stephanie approaches therapy as a supportive partnership and aims to be a steady, nonjudgmental presence as clients work through obstacles and pursue meaningful goals. Outside of sessions, she enjoys reading, traveling, movies, music, martial arts, gardening, and spending time with her French bulldogs.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Stephanie Petersen have?
Stephanie Petersen has 14 years of experience working with clients across a range of ages and concerns.
Is Stephanie Petersen a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and LMSW. Her license details are MO LCSW 2020010894 and MI LMSW 6801093151.
In which languages does Stephanie Petersen provide therapy?
Stephanie Petersen provides therapy in English.
Where is Stephanie Petersen located?
Stephanie Petersen is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Stephanie Petersen as my therapist?
You can work with Stephanie Petersen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Stephanie Petersen work with international clients?
No. Stephanie Petersen does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stephanie Petersen 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 Tools, Delivered Online
Stephanie Petersen draws from approaches that emphasize both practical skills and deeper self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, then practicing new ways of responding. It is often used to build day-to-day coping strategies for concerns like stress, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions.Mindfulness Therapy helps clients strengthen attention and awareness in the present moment, so emotions and urges can be observed with more steadiness rather than automatically acted on. This approach can be especially useful when navigating grief, overwhelm, or ongoing pressures. Stephanie also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which supports clients in making room for difficult thoughts and feelings while reconnecting with personal values and taking steps toward meaningful goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Stephanie works collaboratively with clients to understand what they want from therapy, what has and has not helped in the past, and which tools feel most realistic to practice between sessions.
Online therapy makes it easier to fit support into everyday life. Clients can meet through video calls or phone sessions, and can also use live chat or text-based messaging for added flexibility and continuity between scheduled appointments.
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