Stephanie Holder, LCSW

Therapist in California

Supportive LCSW guiding practical change

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8 years of experience listed

LCSW professional credentials

English languages

Warm collaborative style
Focus on skills
Goal oriented

About Stephanie

Stephanie Holder is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California. She brings eight years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and self esteem concerns. Her manner is warm and interactive, and she focuses on building a respectful, compassionate working relationship with each person.

Stephanie listens first, then helps people set clear goals for change. She uses practical strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy to shift unhelpful thinking and from solution-focused work to find immediate steps forward. Mindfulness techniques are woven in to help with emotion regulation and staying present.

Her background includes supporting people through trauma, loss and grief, parenting challenges, and life transitions. She also has experience with ADHD, addictions, and concerns related to intimacy and communication. Stephanie draws on this range to tailor each session to a person’s needs and pace.

Sessions emphasize respectful dialogue, skill building, and realistic problem solving. Stephanie encourages people to notice strengths, practice new behaviors between sessions, and revise plans as needed. The aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes.

People who are juggling work, caregiving, or major changes often find the focused, practical tone helpful. Stephanie is available for appointments in California and conducts sessions in English. To begin, she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Stephanie uses client-centered work to create a respectful space where a person’s goals guide each session. This approach focuses on listening, validating feelings, and helping people find their own solutions to stress, relationship strain, and self esteem struggles.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and patterns. CBT offers practical exercises and small behavior changes that can reduce anxiety or depression and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Stephanie will work with each person to decide which techniques fit their needs and goals and will adjust the plan over time based on what helps most.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, by reducing travel time and allowing appointments during lunch breaks or between errands. It also makes it simpler to continue care during life transitions and when schedules change.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGrief Depression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposeMidlife crisisPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)SexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns can Stephanie help with?

She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting, ADHD, addictions, and self esteem.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is warm, kind, and interactive. She builds a respectful working relationship and uses practical strategies to help people meet goals.

What experience does she bring to sessions?

Stephanie has eight years of clinical experience working as a mental health clinician and social worker with people facing a broad range of life challenges.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Choose the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.