Therapist profile
Stephanie Howard, LPCC
Kentucky LPCC - Family and relationship concerns
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- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- Cognitive behavioral tools
About Stephanie
Stephanie Howard is a Kentucky Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with seven years of clinical experience. She focuses on common concerns that come up at home and in relationships, including stress, anxiety, parenting strain, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, and relationship conflict.
She works in a straightforward, strengths-based way. Sessions tend to follow what the person brings and build on what is already going well. Practical coping skills for stress, panic, anger, and mood problems are a frequent part of her work. She also supports people navigating separation, body image worries, and changes through life.
Stephanie uses client-centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral tools and mindfulness practices. That means she listens for the person’s goals and then tries simple, doable strategies to shift thoughts, behaviors, and day-to-day routines. Solution-focused ideas are used when someone wants a clear plan or short-term goals.
She has training in child and family studies and completed a master’s degree in Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling. Over the years she has worked with a range of ages and family situations, and she continues to take courses to refine clinical skills.
People who come to her often want help managing parenting stress, repairing strained relationships, or reducing anxiety and depressive symptoms. She aims to help people notice strengths, set practical next steps, and practice strategies that fit their everyday life.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person's goals and perspective. Online sessions allow the therapist to listen, reflect, and guide decisions about what to work on next. This approach helps when people want someone to follow their lead and support practical changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down problems into thoughts, actions, and feelings. In sessions she might help identify unhelpful thought patterns, try behavioral experiments, and teach simple skills to reduce panic, anxiety, or depressive pull. Mindfulness therapy teaches brief attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase moment-to-moment awareness.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, background, and daily routine. That choice can change over time as needs evolve.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit counseling into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins, and reduce travel time. Therapists can use brief mindfulness exercises, CBT worksheets, and step-by-step planning in remote sessions to help make progress that fits everyday life.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting worries, relationship conflict, grief, trauma and related concerns listed in her specialties.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is client-centered with use of CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies to build practical coping skills and short-term goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience working in counseling settings and continues professional development to refine her skills.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is a Kentucky LPCC and practices in Kentucky.
Can she work with non-English speakers or international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available with her?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current online and in-person options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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