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Stephanie Kinsey

Stephanie Kinsey

LICSW

Mindful, practical skills for everyday life

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Washington

Languages

English

Licenses listed

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

  • Client-centered care
  • Practical coping skills
  • Goal-focused work

About Stephanie

Stephanie Kinsey is a licensed independent clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and changes in life circumstances. She offers practical support for coping with grief, addiction concerns, compassion fatigue, ADHD-related challenges, career questions, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem.

Her experience includes work in healthcare and school settings, which shaped a clear sense of everyday pressures people juggle. She approaches sessions in a client-centered way, listening first and asking what you want to accomplish. Stephanie uses straightforward tools you can try between appointments rather than long theoretical explanations.

She blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, and Motivational Interviewing to help people notice patterns, shift unhelpful thoughts, and stay motivated for change. Sessions focus on small achievable steps, skill-building, and strengths you already have. The aim is to leave with practical strategies you can use right away.

First meetings are an opportunity to clarify goals and see what a helpful next step looks like. Stephanie works collaboratively to tailor techniques to each person’s situation and pace. She emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental tone and practical problem solving.

Clients often come for short-term work around a specific issue or longer-term support for ongoing concerns. Stephanie’s approach centers on helping people gain clarity, build resilience, and take concrete actions toward the life they want.

Mindfulness and Practical Therapies for Online Care

Mindfulness Therapy helps people bring attention to the present moment and notice how thoughts and feelings affect behavior. It can be useful for managing anxiety, stress, and moments of overwhelm by building awareness and calm habits.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them with real-life experiments. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and problems that respond to clear behavior and thinking changes.

Motivational Interviewing supports people who want to change but feel stuck or unsure where to start. It uses collaborative, goal-focused conversation to strengthen motivation and plan next steps.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stephanie will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels doable. Together you can try different techniques and adjust the plan based on what helps most.

Confirm the session formats offered before booking, since the biography does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when schedules are tight. Licensed professionals can tailor session pace and tools to match daily routines and responsibilities.

These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Stephanie help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, addictions, ADHD-related challenges, career questions, compassion fatigue, and self-esteem concerns.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is client-centered and practical, with an emphasis on listening, setting clear goals, and using tools you can practice between sessions.

What is her background and experience?

Stephanie has five years of clinical experience and has worked in healthcare and school settings that inform her understanding of everyday life demands.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is a LICSW, licensed in Washington, and provides services from that location.

Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking since the biography does not specify formats; check the booking flow to see which formats are offered.

How are session costs handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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