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Stephanie Kinsey

Stephanie Kinsey

LICSW

Washington

Compassionate, goal-focused support for change

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At a glance

Credentials
LICSW
License
LICSW, Washington / SWI.LW.70016537
Experience
5 years
Languages
English
Location
Washington

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    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
    • Mindfulness techniques

    About Stephanie

    Stephanie Kinsey is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Washington. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, addictions, ADHD, and career or life changes. Stephanie also supports clients dealing with low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and LGBTQ-related issues. She writes with a warm, straightforward style and aims to make starting therapy feel manageable.

    Stephanie's work draws on five years of clinical experience in healthcare and school settings. That background shaped her understanding of juggling work, family, and personal needs. She treats each person as the expert on their own life and focuses on practical steps that fit daily routines.

    The approaches she uses include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, and Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify goals, notice unhelpful patterns, and try new strategies. Sessions emphasize simple tools for coping, emotion regulation, and decision-making rather than jargon or long lectures.

    Early sessions concentrate on understanding what brought someone in and what success would look like for them. Together they map small, realistic steps toward those goals and build on what already works. Stephanie aims for a nonjudgmental tone, steady support, and actionable suggestions.

    If a person wants straightforward help planning next steps, improving mood, or reducing stress, Stephanie offers collaborative sessions focused on concrete change. Prospective clients can expect clear explanations, practical homework when helpful, and steady attention to what matters most in their life.

  2. How Stephanie Uses Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and Mindfulness Online

    Motivational Interviewing is a conversational way to help someone find their own reasons to change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to build motivation for steps a person actually wants to take. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression. It often includes simple exercises to try between sessions. Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention skills to notice stress, strong emotions, and urges without getting swept away, which can help with coping and focus.

    Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose and adapt methods based on their goals, preferences, and what feels useful. Sessions combine discussion, practical exercises, and short tasks to try between meetings so progress can be tracked and adjusted together.

    Because the biography does not list specific online formats, confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for brief check-ins when needed. Different approaches lend themselves to different rhythms - some weeks may focus on skill practice, other weeks on planning and motivation - and the therapist will help plan sessions to match everyday life and goals.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

    Also works with

    AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

    Therapeutic approaches

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

    Experience

    5+ years

    Listed in

    Washington

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does Stephanie help with?

    She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, addictions, ADHD, career concerns, and related struggles.

    How would you describe her therapeutic style?

    Her style is warm and practical, focusing on listening, clarifying goals, and trying small steps that fit daily life.

    What background and experience does she bring?

    Stephanie has five years of clinical experience working in healthcare and school settings, which informs her practical approach to balancing life demands.

    What credentials and location apply?

    She holds a Washington LICSW and practices in Washington state.

    Which languages are supported and are international clients possible?

    Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

    What session formats are available?

    Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.

    How does pricing work?

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

    How do I get started with therapy?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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