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Online therapist

Stephanie Andrews

Compassionate, practical therapy for family life

Credentials
LMFT
Experience
16 years
Licensed in
California
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Stephanie

Stephanie Andrews is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 16 years of experience in California. She focuses on practical, down-to-earth support for people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strains, family problems, trauma, and career concerns. Stephanie aims to make beginning therapy straightforward and approachable for worried parents and adults who want change.

She uses clear, direct conversation to help people name what feels hard. Sessions concentrate on improving communication, repairing trust after infidelity, and addressing family of origin issues that keep repeating.

Background and approach

When trauma or sexual assault is part of the story, she helps clients build safety and manage difficult memories at a pace that feels right for them. Stephanie places emphasis on everyday skills. She works with clients on handling guilt, shame, and forgiveness so they can function better at home and at work.

Life purpose and career questions are explored with practical steps, not vague talk. Her style is open and nonjudgmental. She invites honest conversation and helps people practice new ways of relating to family members and partners.

Progress is measured in clearer communication and more manageable daily routines. Therapy begins with a short matching process and scheduling. Sessions are available in several online formats to fit busy lives.

Stephanie encourages the first step and supports each person through the early sessions toward their goals.

Therapeutic approaches and online care for family and relationship concerns

Stephanie uses evidence-based techniques that focus on concrete skills and healing. One common approach she uses centers on improving communication - teaching simple habits and language that reduce conflict and help family members understand each other better. This approach is useful for recurring family fights and relationship strain.

She also applies trauma-informed methods that help people manage distressing memories and emotional reactions. These steps are gentle and paced to the person's tolerance, which supports recovery after sexual assault, abuse, or other traumatic events.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Stephanie will talk with each person about their goals and try methods that match those aims, adjusting as needed. She works together with clients to pick techniques that feel useful and realistic for their lives.

Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more flexible. These options let people fit sessions around parenting, work, and other responsibilities, and make it easier to maintain momentum between appointments.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, and career-related issues. Additional areas include communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and life purpose.
How would you describe her therapy style?
The approach is straightforward and conversational. She focuses on building communication skills, managing difficult memories, and creating practical steps clients can use day to day.
What is her professional background?
She has 16 years of professional work experience supporting people with family and relationship concerns and trauma-related issues.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a licensed marriage and family therapist - LMFT - licensed in California with license number CA LMFT 89987.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are sessions offered to international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How does the process of starting therapy work?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time.

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Experience
16 years
Licensed
California
Languages
English

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