- Client-centered work
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
About Stephanie
Stephanie Balbuena is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with six years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career struggles, depression, grief, and major life changes. Stephanie also addresses relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and issues common in young adulthood.
Stephanie uses straightforward conversation to help people clarify what matters to them. She draws on client-centered methods to listen and reflect what a person brings. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
Sessions focus on practical steps that fit everyday life. That can include short exercises to reduce anxiety, strategies to improve workplace functioning, or ways to approach difficult conversations. Stephanie pays attention to patterns such as attachment styles, control issues, guilt and shame, and isolation that often underlie current problems.
She offers help in English and Spanish. Her approach includes narrative work to reframe difficult stories, mindfulness practices to steady attention, and solution-focused strategies aimed at small, achievable change. These methods are used to address concerns like post-traumatic stress, money and financial stress, and questions about life purpose.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Stephanie explains the process and collaborates with each person to set goals and check progress along the way.
How her approaches translate to online work
Stephanie often uses client-centered therapy to create a space where the person's concerns are heard and reflected back. This approach helps people organize their thoughts, decide on priorities, and set clear goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and workplace stress. Mindfulness therapy provides short practices to calm the body and improve focus during stressful periods.Deciding which method to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to test approaches, notice what helps, and adjust plans based on goals and preferences. Clients are encouraged to give feedback so sessions reflect real needs rather than a fixed protocol.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove travel time around work or school. If a person prefers fewer tools and more direct problem-solving, solution-focused work can keep sessions action-oriented and brief. For those wanting to change long-standing patterns, CBT and narrative work provide step-by-step exercises that translate well to remote conversations.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career difficulties, depression, grief, relationship concerns, trauma and issues common in young adulthood.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is conversational and practical, combining client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness tools to address daily challenges.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania and practices from that state.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Are international clients accepted?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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