Therapy to help your inner world make more sense.
Hello, I’m Stephanie. I work with people who feel disconnected from themselves or others, overwhelmed by emotion, or stuck in patterns they cannot quite make sense of.
Therapy can be a place to slow down, look beneath the surface, and build more compassion, clarity, and self-trust.
I offer a free 20-minute consultation call to talk about what kind of support you are looking for and whether my approach feels like a good fit.
Who I Help
I often support people with:
- Anxiety, depression, and emotional overwhelm
- Loneliness, sensitivity, and difficulty connecting with others
- Shame, self-doubt, and low self-worth
- Family or relationship wounds
- Identity concerns and life transitions
- Trauma, stress, and protective coping patterns
A note about fit
My work tends to fit best with people who are curious about themselves and open to a reflective process that makes space for complexity, emotion, and deeper self-understanding.
My style is less focused on quick advice, highly structured coaching, or coping skills alone, and more focused on helping you understand what is happening beneath the surface.
My Approach
My approach is informed by Internal Family Systems and shaped by my background in art therapy and trauma-focused work. IFS guides the way I listen and understand what may be happening beneath the surface, while art therapy may be used when it supports the process.
In our initial sessions, we will explore what brought you to therapy, gather important parts of your personal history, and begin building comfort and trust. From there, our work may focus on current experiences, specific goals, or past events that continue to shape your present challenges.
Art Therapy & Parts-Informed Work
“Often the hands will solve a mystery that the intellect has struggled with in vain.” — Carl Jung
Art therapy can offer a different, less intimidating way to access feelings, wishes, fears, instincts, and struggles that may be difficult to explain directly. Through colors, shapes, lines, textures, and images, the creative process can help bring insight, release emotion, and give form to difficult experiences.
You do not need art skills or prior experience. The focus is not on making beautiful imagery, although that can happen. The creative process can help bring form, movement, and dialogue to what may be hard to say in words.
For in-person sessions, art materials are provided in the office. For telehealth, we can use materials you already have, arrange for supplies to be sent when needed, or work together through a collaborative virtual creative process.
Teens
I work with teens age 16 and up who are at least somewhat open to therapy and willing to explore what they are experiencing.
Teen therapy may focus on anxiety, depression, identity, self-esteem, school stress, family stress, emotional overwhelm, social disconnection, or difficulty expressing what they feel.
Because I work with older teens, I value their privacy and want therapy to feel like a space where they can be honest. At the same time, I involve parents or guardians when clinically appropriate, especially if there are concerns about safety, health, risk, or the need for additional support.
For teens under 16, I recommend seeking a therapist who specializes in younger teen work, as that often requires a different developmental approach and more parent or family involvement.
Fees & Insurance
Insurance accepted
I am currently in network with several insurance plans, including:
- Highmark
- Independence Blue Cross
- Allied Trades Assistance Program (ATAP)
- UnitedHealthcare
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
Please note that this does not guarantee that I am credentialed with your specific plan. Benefits and eligibility will need to be verified with your insurance carrier before beginning services.
Self-pay rates
Free 20-minute consultation
45-minute session: $130
60-minute session: $160
If I am not currently in network with your plan, I can provide a superbill, which is a receipt that you may submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Some plans may cover part or all of the session fee depending on your benefits.
A Good Faith Estimate with expected charges is available and can be requested.
You may want to ask your insurance carrier:
- Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits?
- What is my deductible, and has it been met?
- How many therapy sessions does my plan cover per year?
- What amount does my plan reimburse per therapy session?
FAQ
Do I need to be good at art?
No. Art therapy is not about artistic skill. You do not need to know how to draw, paint, or make something “good.” The focus is on using creativity, images, symbols, and reflection to better understand your inner experience.
Do you offer telehealth?
Yes. I currently offer telehealth therapy for clients located in Pennsylvania and Delaware. Additional locations may be added in the future as licensure or authorization expands.
Do you offer in-person therapy?
Yes. In-person sessions are available in Philadelphia, PA.
Do you work with children?
I currently work with adults and older teens age 16 and up. For teens under 16, I recommend seeking a therapist who specializes in younger teen work, as that often requires a different developmental approach and more parent or family involvement.
What if I am in crisis?
This practice is not an emergency service. If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or call 911.
Contact
To request an appointment or consultation call, please use the secure online request link below. Or you can call or email me.
Request Appointment OnlineEmail: stephaniek@ag-counseling.org
Phone: 610-551-1584
Location: 1518 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102