She's such an incredible and relatable person on every aspect. She's not a person that's going to the session looking at the clock to "complete" the session, instead she's there listening and coaching every session to work through what I'm feeling at the time. Would definitely recommend her to anyone that's looking for a "caring" therapist.
Stephanie Southard, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Stephanie is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Stephanie. View 22 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
Recent reviews
Stephanie is personable and always emotionally available to truly dig into whatever it is that I have going on. She is a great conversationalist and thoughtful and insightful. I really enjoy our sessions and usually get something palpable out of the sessions that I can use as a strategy in my everyday life. 10/10, she's wonderful
More about Stephanie
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hello!
My name is Stephanie Southard and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, groups, and families/couples. I am warm and inviting and provide you with a judgment-free space to share your most bothersome thoughts and issues. Your therapy with me will always be YOU-centered as I will always meet you where you are at and develop goals based on what you want to accomplish during our time together. I am relatable, engaging, and accepting of the wonderful person you are and want to become. I utilize practices that are based on evidence, with CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) being my preferred practice because you cannot change your behaviors without first managing your thoughts and attitudes. I also like to include exercises and role playing as part of your treatment.
I was born, raised, and am currently residing on Long Island, New York. I received my MA in Social Work from Adelphi University in 1999 and have been working as a social worker ever since. I am a big homebody and I enjoy reading, writing, crafting, and hanging out in the comfort of my home with my family and pets. My passion is helping people figure out how they can live more meaningful, peaceful, and fulfilling lives with minimal and manageable stress and conflict. I look forward to guiding and supporting you on your journey through this process.
SPECIALTIES:
-- depression, the blues, post-partum
-- anxiety and irrational thinking
-- addiction and adult children of alcoholics (ACOA)
-- PTSD and personal experiences of traumatic events
-- OCD and habit forming and breaking
-- communication skills, empathy, relating, and acceptance
-- parenting and mom struggles, family dynamics
-- grief and loss
-- stress and anger management/coping skills
-- childhood trauma, abuse, abandonment, attachment
I am also familiar with domestic violence, child protective services, legal/courts, community resources, and I have an extensive knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses and medications. If I am unfamiliar with a term, condition, or problem, I will become familiar with it!
SERVICES OFFERED:
live chat, phone, video, and text
LICENSE:
NY State LCSW: # 73-072535 (expires 5/31/23)
EXPERIENCE:
24 years
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Stephanie Southard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952060824.
- LCSW · New York · 072535 · Expires May 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Stephanie Southard
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She's such an incredible and relatable person on every aspect. She's not a person that's going to the session looking at the clock to "complete" the session, instead she's there listening and coaching every session to work through what I'm feeling at the time. Would definitely recommend her to anyone that's looking for a "caring" therapist.
Stephanie is personable and always emotionally available to truly dig into whatever it is that I have going on. She is a great conversationalist and thoughtful and insightful. I really enjoy our sessions and usually get something palpable out of the sessions that I can use as a strategy in my everyday life. 10/10, she's wonderful
I’ve been seeing her for around two years and I’ve been very pleased with the effort she puts into her work, I’ve definitely seen improvements in how I think about myself and others
2 sessions in I know Stephanie is the right fit. That says a lot.
Stephanie is amazing. She’s so down to earth. She listens to me and makes sense of everything I come up with. She keeps it light and humorous with me which is really what I like in someone I’m spilling my heart out to. I almost quit therapy until I got Steph!
Stephanie has been a rock. She listens, offers constructive feedback, and is supportive.
Stephanie has been a huge part of my mental health healing journey this last year. From words of encouragement, to listening to me vent and helping me step out of my comfort zone. I enjoy our weekly sessions and the ability to message anytime I may need, the flexible schedule help with my lifestyle! She has been a big part of my coming out journey and has made me feel heard and validated through the entire process. I can’t thank her enough!
I’ve been seeing Stephanie for almost a year now and I find she’s been extremely helpful, open and devoted to my personal development
Stephanie has helped me navigate my new normals as a first time mom. Not only does she listen well, I feel very heard by her... and there is a big difference. She suggests book titles, provides quotes, worksheets, etc. but never pressures you to do homework. The resources are there if you want to explore them, but it's never given to add more stress. Steph is very easy to talk to over video and is responsive to the texting portion of the BetterHelp services. I have been enjoying our chats every week for over 6 months now.
It’s almost a year since Stephanie has been helping me and I couldn’t have imagined going through some recent life events without her support. Stephanie has helped me become more self-aware and mentally I feel better equipped to manage certain life situations. I am in a very different place from where I was a year ago and I am so grateful. She is an amazing professional and we have a great connection! i love her pragmatic approach and I love that she gets me. Plus she has a great sense of humor
Steph is amazing. She had helped me extremely and really pushes me to get out of my comfort zone but makes me feel safe doing so. I have made so much progress thanks to her.
Stephanie has really helped me to deal with many issues and realise my own worth! She listens to me and she is firm but always fair. Stephanie always lets me know she is available to message outside of sessions if I ever need her and I am very grateful for this. I would highly recommend her to anyone - thank you Stephanie!
Stephanie was chosen by myself specifically after reading her experience because it matched exactly what I was looking for in a therapist. She has been understanding and supportive and helpful since we started our sessions.
I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Stephanie. She is tough, but gentle with me as well. She speaks to me in a way that makes me realise I can get better.
She’s someone that makes me feel comfortable enough to open all the way up with. She gets me!! :)
She is amazing and I really learnt so much about myself because of her! Loving the therapy sessions!!!
Stephanie has been accompanying me through one of the most important and memorable moments in my life. She has been with me every step of the way and always makes herself available to help, guide and listen to me. I am so grateful for her and I know that it would have been so much more challenging to get through this without her. Her insights and observations are always spot on. I would highly recommend her!
I am having a hard time with relationship issues and anxiety and Stephanie helped me so much. Through her, I was able to identify the negative thinking process that I use so frequently to keep myself in the loop. Now I am working on it thanks to her.
She’s wonderful to speak with and so far I feel she’s really going to help me!
I really enjoy my talks with Stephanie. She helps me with useful exercises to tackle anxious thoughts and helps put things in perspective.
Stephanie has a lot of experience in the field but she seems to be constantly adapting and continuing her education. She is easy going but directed with her guidance. I feel safe opening up to her and thankful she always hears me out and then gives me good advice and suggestions. I think she is an excellent therapist and I am thankful for matching with her.
Steph has helped me so much in a short time. I look forward to making more progress with her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Stephanie Southard offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Stephanie Southard works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Stephanie Southard speak?
Stephanie Southard speaks English.
How many years of experience does Stephanie Southard have?
Stephanie Southard has 20 years of experience.
Where is Stephanie Southard licensed to practice?
Stephanie Southard is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Stephanie Southard accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Stephanie Southard accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Stephanie Southard offer?
Stephanie Southard offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Stephanie Southard?
Stephanie Southard can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Stephanie Southard?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.