About

Stephanie Southard is a licensed clinical social worker in New York with 26 years of experience offering therapy to individuals, groups, and families or couples. She earned a Master of Arts in Social Work from Adelphi University in 1999 and was born, raised, and continues to reside on Long Island.

Her approach is warm and inviting, providing a nonjudgmental space where clients can bring their most pressing thoughts and concerns. She practices client-centered care, meeting people where they are and developing goals based on what each person wants to accomplish during therapy. Colleagues and clients alike have found her relatable, engaging, and accepting of who people are and who they want to become.

Stephanie uses evidence-based methods and favors cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), believing that changes in behavior begin with addressing thoughts and attitudes. She also incorporates practical exercises and role-playing as part of treatment to reinforce new skills and coping strategies.

Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.

She is knowledgeable about domestic violence, child protective services, court and legal processes, and community resources, and has extensive familiarity with psychiatric diagnoses and medications. If faced with an unfamiliar term, condition, or problem, she commits to learning about it to better support her clients. Stephanie offers sessions via live chat, phone, video, and text and holds New York clinical social work licensure - LCSW, license number 072535.

At home she describes herself as a big homebody who enjoys reading, writing, crafting, and spending time with family and pets. Her passion is helping people live more meaningful, peaceful, and fulfilling lives with manageable stress and conflict, and she looks forward to guiding and supporting clients through that process.

Location:
New York, United States
Years Experience:
26
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Addictions, Coping with life changes, Depression, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, ADHD, Anger, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Body image, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compulsion, Control issues, Disability, Divorce, Domestic violence, Family, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Gambling, Grief, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Non-monogamous relationships, Obsession, OCD, Paranoia, Parenting, Personality disorders, Polyamory, Porn, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Relationship, Relationship, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Sleeping, Smoking, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Trauma and abuse, Vaping, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: NY LCSW 072535
  • NPI Number: 1952060824
  • License: LCSW (New York) #072535 exp 2026-05-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a real difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care.

One of the main benefits is flexibility - clients can connect in the format that suits them best, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This variety of options helps therapy fit into busy schedules and everyday life.

All participating clinicians are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. Online therapy can be a convenient and practical way to access professional mental health support for many common challenges.

How much experience does Stephanie Southard have?

Stephanie Southard has 26 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Stephanie Southard a licensed therapist?

Yes, Stephanie Southard is a licensed therapist with New York clinical social work licensure (LCSW), license number 072535.

In which languages does Stephanie Southard provide therapy?

Stephanie Southard provides therapy in English.

Where is Stephanie Southard located?

Stephanie Southard is located in New York.

How can I work with Stephanie Southard as my therapist?

You can work with Stephanie Southard through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

Does Stephanie Southard work with international clients?

Stephanie Southard does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Stephanie Southard 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, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.