When you're feeling stuck and looking for a new way forward

Therapy to navigate anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, and relationship challenges

Find Your Inner North

Hi, I'm Stephanie — I'm glad you're here.Let's be honest ... most people don't end up on a therapist's website because everything is going great. Life can be messy, complicated, and sometimes just plain hard.I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've worked with children, adults, and families in a variety of settings. Today, I focus on providing online therapy for adults through my private practice, Inner North Counseling.As someone who actively manages my own anxiety (because being a therapist doesn't make you immune!), I know firsthand how frustrating and exhausting it can be. But I also know that things can get better. Anxiety is part of being human, and while we may not be able to make it disappear completely, we can learn to relate to it differently so it doesn't feel quite so overwhelming or take up so much space in our lives.

What Therapy With Me Looks Like

I don't believe therapy has to look the same for everyone, or even the same from one session to the next.Sometimes our work may focus on practical tools to navigate anxiety, uncertainty, or everyday challenges. Other times, we may slow down and explore the emotions, beliefs, and experiences that have shaped how you relate to yourself and others.My personality is down-to-earth, warm, and nonjudgmental, and I bring that same energy into our sessions. I value bringing my own humanness into the therapy room and strive to create an environment where you feel comfortable showing up authentically, too.I believe you're the expert on your own experiences, and my role isn't to tell you what your thoughts or feelings mean. Instead, we'll take a collaborative and curious approach to exploring them together. I'll ask questions, share observations, and offer tools or strategies when helpful, while making room for new perspectives and deeper understanding.The goal isn't to eliminate every uncomfortable thought or feeling or become a different person. It's to help you develop a different relationship with yourself and create more flexibility in how you respond to life's challenges.

Services

  • Individual online therapy (18+)

  • 55 minute sessions

  • EMDR, ACT, ERP, and Relational therapeutic approaches

Insurance Accepted

  • Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield

  • Aetna

  • Optum/United Healthcare

We might be a good fit if...

  • Your mind feels constantly busy with overthinking, worry, or trying to figure things out. You might think, “I know this probably won't happen, but I can't stop worrying about it.”

  • You find yourself second-guessing decisions, seeking reassurance, or struggling to trust your own judgment.

  • You put a lot of pressure on yourself, struggle to set boundaries, or feel responsible for other people's emotions. Saying no might leave you feeling guilty, even when you know you haven't done anything wrong.

  • You notice yourself repeating relationship patterns or having emotional reactions that feel bigger than the situation. You might think, “I know this isn't a big deal, so why am I so upset?”

  • Past experiences continue to influence how you see yourself, relate to others, or respond to situations today. You may recognize where certain beliefs come from but still find yourself feeling inadequate, rejected, or not good enough.

  • You've spent a lot of time reflecting, analyzing, or trying to understand yourself. You know why you feel or react certain ways, but understanding hasn't necessarily helped you feel or respond differently.

If any of this resonates with you, I'd be happy to connect. Click below to send an inquiry, and I'll follow up within 48–72 hours.

My Therapeutic approaches

I draw from and integrate different therapeutic approaches based on your individual needs, experiences, and goals. Our work is collaborative, and we'll explore what feels most helpful and meaningful for you along the way.

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)ACT focuses on changing how we relate to difficult thoughts and emotions rather than constantly trying to control or eliminate them. It helps us develop greater flexibility in how we respond to discomfort, uncertainty, and life's challenges.ACT also emphasizes identifying what matters most to you and learning to take meaningful steps toward those values, even when difficult thoughts or feelings show up.

Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)EMDR is a structured therapy approach that helps people process distressing or traumatic memories that may still be affecting them today.
Sometimes past experiences influence how we see ourselves, relate to others, or respond emotionally, even when those experiences are behind us. You might logically understand that you're safe, capable, or worthy, yet still struggle to feel that way emotionally.EMDR can be helpful for processing a single distressing event, such as a car accident, or addressing the impact of repeated experiences over time, such as growing up feeling that you're never good enough. EMDR incorporates bilateral stimulation (such as guided eye movements) to support the processing of these memories, with the goal of reducing their emotional intensity and impact on your life today.

Relational & Experiential TherapyOur relationships and experiences, particularly early attachment experiences, can shape how we understand ourselves, express emotions, and connect with others. Relational and experiential approaches create space to explore these patterns with curiosity rather than judgment.This may involve slowing down, noticing emotions as they arise, exploring different parts of who we are, and getting curious about how certain beliefs and stories have developed over time. Together, we can explore how these experiences continue to influence emotions, responses, and attachment patterns in relationships today. The therapeutic relationship itself can also offer opportunities to experience connection, build trust, and discover new ways of relating.The goal is to develop greater awareness, self-compassion, and more flexible ways of relating to yourself and others.

Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP)ERP is an evidence-based approach proven to help with various anxiety disorders and OCD. It helps us change how we respond to fear, doubt, anxiety, and uncertainty.Engaging in ERP involves gradually approaching situations, thoughts, or feelings that trigger distress while practicing different responses instead of relying on avoidance, reassurance seeking, or other behaviors that provide temporary relief but keep the anxiety cycle going.Through these experiences, we create opportunities for new learning. We begin to recognize that feeling anxious or uncomfortable doesn't necessarily mean we're in danger, and that we can handle more than our anxiety might lead us to believe.Over time, this can help us build confidence, respond more flexibly to discomfort, and reduce the influence anxiety has over our lives.