- Person-centered care
- Trauma-informed work
- Caregiver support
About Stefanie
Stefanie Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Wisconsin. She draws on 14 years in the mental health field to help people handle stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and caregiver strain. Stefanie aims to make therapy practical and approachable for people who are juggling family and life demands.
She has worked across many settings including inpatient hospitals, intensive outpatient programs, in-home therapy, case management, and outpatient clinics. That variety means she has experience with a wide range of concerns and severities, from mood disorders and PTSD to complex family and relationship problems. Stefanie also has experience supporting first responders, people coping after disasters, and those facing compassion fatigue.
Her style is person-centered and collaborative. She uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and draws on dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness practices to help people build coping skills. She also incorporates EMDR when trauma processing is appropriate and the person wants to pursue it.
Stefanie says she won’t give simple advice or tell people what to do. Instead she guides conversations so clients discover what works for them and practice skills between sessions. She values steady, consistent effort and frames mental health as something that improves over time with regular work.
She returned to clinical work after time at home with her young family and finds online counseling a good fit right now. Stefanie’s background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and a Master’s in Educational Psychology - Community Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
She has worked across many settings including inpatient hospitals, intensive outpatient programs, in-home therapy, case management, and outpatient clinics. That variety means she has experience with a wide range of concerns and severities, from mood disorders and PTSD to complex family and relationship problems. Stefanie also has experience supporting first responders, people coping after disasters, and those facing compassion fatigue.
Her style is person-centered and collaborative. She uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and draws on dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness practices to help people build coping skills. She also incorporates EMDR when trauma processing is appropriate and the person wants to pursue it.
Stefanie says she won’t give simple advice or tell people what to do. Instead she guides conversations so clients discover what works for them and practice skills between sessions. She values steady, consistent effort and frames mental health as something that improves over time with regular work.
She returned to clinical work after time at home with her young family and finds online counseling a good fit right now. Stefanie’s background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and a Master’s in Educational Psychology - Community Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue
Additional focus areas
Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameMood disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Wisconsin
Languages
English
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on meeting each person where they are and following their pace. In practice this means listening closely, reflecting what feels important, and shaping sessions around the client’s goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and offers concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood-related concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method for processing distressing memories when the person and therapist agree to pursue it; it can help reduce the intensity of traumatic reactions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stefanie treats the selection of methods as a collaboration. Together she and the client will try techniques, check what helps, and adjust the plan over time to match goals and comfort level.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the exact session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online care can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find the convenience helps them keep therapy consistent while managing caregiving duties and other commitments.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and grief. She also helps with caregiver issues, parenting strain, relationship and family problems, and mood disorders.
What is her general therapy style?
Her work is person-centered and collaborative. She blends cognitive behavioral approaches with DBT and mindfulness to teach practical coping skills.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has 14 years in mental health across inpatient, intensive outpatient, in-home, case management, and outpatient settings. That range informs how she tailors care.
What credentials and region does she practice from?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Wisconsin LPC credential and practices from Wisconsin.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a conversation with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.