About

Stephanie Carvajal is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Florida who brings a focused practice to family, trauma, grief, and related concerns. With five years of clinical experience in both community and medical settings, she draws on specialized training in early childhood and family systems, including a Nurturing Parenting Program Certification and an Infant Mental Health Endorsement. Her background includes work with depression, anxiety, PTSD, abuse, and complex family dynamics.

Her approach is collaborative and strengths-oriented, integrating client-centered principles with evidence-informed tools. She has experience in crisis intervention and trauma-informed care and applies techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy to tailor a plan to each person or family. Outside of clinical work, she enjoys running and has participated in mission trips to Haiti, Santo Domingo, and Nicaragua, reflecting a commitment to community service and cross-cultural engagement.

Stephanie welcomes conversations about parenting challenges, attachment and adoption concerns, caregiver stress, and transitions such as divorce or separation. She aims to work alongside clients to clarify goals and to design sessions that reflect individual needs and values.
Location:
Florida, United States
Years Experience:
5
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Traumatic brain injury, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: FL LCSW SW19223
  • NPI Number: 1043978208
  • License: LCSW (Florida)

Remote care with structured, collaborative methods



Stephanie adapts several therapy approaches for remote work to support people and families from a distance. She uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to examine patterns of thinking and behavior, dialectical behavior therapy for skills-based work around emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness, and motivational interviewing to explore readiness for change. Each method is presented in practical, step-by-step ways so clients can practice between sessions.

Sessions are collaborative in tone. Stephanie focuses on listening to each person s priorities, outlining options drawn from these approaches, and agreeing on small, manageable steps to try between meetings. This style is intended to create a clear structure while leaving room for personal reflection and narrative exploration.

Remote appointments may be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow for continuing work on parenting issues, trauma processing, stress and anxiety, grief, and family dynamics when an in-person visit is not possible.

What is Stephanie s clinical experience?

She has five years of experience working as a therapist in community and medical settings, supporting concerns such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, family dynamics, grief, and abuse.

What are her professional credentials?

Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with license FL LCSW SW19223 and holds certifications including the Nurturing Parenting Program Certification and an Infant Mental Health Endorsement.

Which languages does she speak?

She provides services in English and Spanish.

Where is she based?

Stephanie is located in Florida.

How can clients work with her?

Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

Does she accept international clients?

Yes. This profile indicates she is accepting international clients.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started?

To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to connect with her.