- Anxiety and depression
- Attachment focus
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Stacie
Stacie Brethauer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 13 years of experience. She works with adults facing anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, life changes, grief, and related concerns. Stacie also lists focus areas such as ADHD, addictions, parenting stress, and LGBT issues.
Stacie uses a mix of practical methods in sessions. She draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships shape current patterns. She uses client-centered methods to listen and respond to what matters most to the person in front of her. Cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques are used to teach clearer thinking and simple coping skills that fit everyday life.
In a typical session she helps clients sort through immediate problems and choose a small set of steps to try between meetings. She aims to make strategies straightforward so they can be used at work, school, or home. This is presented as a collaborative effort where the client’s priorities guide choices.
Stacie’s background includes work with grief, trauma and family-origin issues, adoption and foster-care concerns, and blended family dynamics. She also notes experience with body image, codependency, commitment and communication problems. Her approach combines talk, problem-solving, and short practical exercises.
She practices in Pennsylvania and conducts sessions in English. Stacie asks interested people to use the online matching process to set up an initial appointment and schedule follow-up visits.
How her approaches translate to online work
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns that started in close relationships and how they show up now. Online sessions can be used to notice recurring relationship habits and practice different responses. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the person leads the conversation; that style adapts well to video or phone conversations and keeps attention on what the client says is most important. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches short, practical exercises to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be assigned and reviewed between online meetings.Choosing which approach to use is part of the early work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, preferences, and daily life. That decision can shift as progress is made and new priorities appear.
The practical benefits of online sessions include easier scheduling around work or school, fewer travel needs, and faster check-ins when time is limited. Confirm the specific session formats available before booking, since the profile does not list exact options. Many people find online meetings help them keep therapy consistent while fitting it into a busy routine.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, grief, life changes, ADHD and related concerns listed in her profile.
How does she approach therapy?
She combines attachment-based ideas, client-centered listening, cognitive behavioral tools, emotionally-focused work, and mindfulness to find practical coping skills.
How long has she practiced?
She has 13 years of experience working in the mental health field.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania.
Does she see people who speak other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
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