Stephanie Collins

Stephanie Collins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California. She draws on more than 21 years of experience to help people facing stress, anxiety, grief, anger, low self-esteem, and ADHD concerns. Her manner is warm and direct, focused on practical steps that people can use between sessions.

Stephanie blends talk-based work with body-centered techniques. She uses cognitive behavioral ideas to look at thoughts that feed distress. She adds mindfulness and somatic breath work to help reduce physical tension and interrupt reactivity. Sessions often include simple exercises to practice at home.

Her approach frames problems as manageable rather than permanent. She listens first, and then helps people create short-term goals and doable tasks. Clear skills for calming the nervous system and changing unhelpful thinking are central to her work.

Stephanie tailors the conversation and plan to each person she sees. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while keeping sessions focused and practical. She encourages small steps that add up to meaningful change.

Outside of work she enjoys walking her dog, practicing hot yoga, and cooking. Those everyday interests inform a down-to-earth style that many people find approachable and relatable.

Approaches that blend mind and body for online work

Stephanie often uses cognitive behavioral ideas, which focus on identifying and changing thoughts and behaviors that keep stress and anger active. This approach helps people learn new ways of reacting and build practical coping skills.

She also draws on mindfulness practices to increase present-moment awareness and reduce rumination. Mindfulness exercises are taught in short steps and can be practiced between sessions to steady attention and lower anxiety.

Somatic techniques and breath work are part of her approach to calm the nervous system. These simple body-based exercises aim to reduce physical tension and interrupt automatic reactions like anger or panic.

Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjust the plan as progress is made.

The biography does not state which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find virtual sessions helpful for practicing skills in their everyday routines while still getting guidance from a licensed professional.