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It is often said that courage is found in unlikely places. Welcome to Better Help! I applaud your courage today! I know that this approach is quite different from a traditional in person therapy setting. I frequently tell the individuals that I work with that if "Plan A" doesn't work to just remember that the alphabet has 25 more letters! In other words, don't ever stop seeking life changes or asking for HELP when needed. There is often more than one solution to a problem and it is all about collaboration with that "just right" professional. I'm sure you're wondering if this approach will be a good fit for you, too.
A little bit about me. My name is Stephanie Bigham. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the beautiful state of North Carolina. I grew up in Florida but have resided in N.C. for over 15 years. I attended the University of Florida (Go Gators!) where I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a Major in Sociology and Minors in Psychology / Education. I went on to receive my Master of Social Work Degree from Florida International University. I am also a Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator. I have worked in many settings including a mental health clinic for individuals with developmental delays, a hospital / NICU, a respite program, a private practice office and a classroom. I have been a full time "stay at home mom" and also worked as a substitute teacher for grades K-5. My perspective is unique in that my career path has expanded outside of the traditional Mental Health pathway.
I use a mindfulness/ acceptance based cognitive behavioral therapy approach to treatment in order to guide individuals to become more self- aware and resilient. I help individuals to notice their thoughts, feelings and attitudes in a direct but nonjudgmental way. By tracking and noticing dysfunctional thoughts one may obtain relief from feelings of stress, anxiety, depression or conflict by developing acceptance of what cannot be controlled. I require active participation as well as collaboration and often give homework to explore between sessions. I also take a psycho-educational approach to treatment as information also leads to awareness and helps individuals learn better techniques for coping with stressful life situations.
My specific areas of expertise include: Stress/Anxiety, Parenting Issues, Family Conflict, Relationship / Divorce Issues, Motivation/ Self-confidence, Coping with life changes, Depression and Grief /loss. I also work with individuals experiencing career difficulties or seeking Professional Coaching.
I leave you with one final quote from the great Vince Lombardi, "It's not whether you get knocked down, it's whether you get up!" I look forward to working together with you on this journey of introspection, growth and change.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD, Adoption and foster care, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Stephanie Bigham. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
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Written on Oct 28, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 4 years and 10 months on issues concerning relationship issues
I’ve only had a few sessions with Stephanie but feel like I’ve known her for years. She has made me feel so heard and understood. I’m extremely pleased with her way of speaking and handling conflict
Written on Sep 04, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Stephanie was a life line I needed. I don't know where I would be without her.
Written on Oct 05, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue
Stephanie is wonderful. She is kind, caring, and gentle in her approach but still holds you accountable to yourself. She follows up with her clients making you feel cared about and important in your darker times.
Written on Jul 17, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Stephanie has truly been a gift at just the time that I needed it most. She has been flexible to adapt her support to the things that are relevant at any given time. She is an empathetic listener but helps to challenge thought patterns that are not serving me. I look forward to our appointments and always leave feeling better than when I arrived (virtually), even when the content is heavy.
Written on Mar 17, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Stephanie is wonderful. Very kind, compassionate and helpful.
Written on Feb 14, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
She’s one of the best therapists I’ve had I a long time! She gives me practical advice and listens with compassion and understanding.
Written on Jul 06, 2022 after therapy with Stephanie for 11 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Stephanie has been wonderful at helping me through some crisis moments and allowing me both space to process my own needs but also guiding where it was needed. She’s an excellent therapist and I would recommend her to anyone looking on this platform.
Written on Jun 12, 2022 after therapy with Stephanie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Stephanie has been a lifeline for me for the past two years. She has helped me more than I could have imagined.
When I first started seeing her, I was at a low point and terribly confused about my situation. She helped me build my confidence, learn how to stay present minded, and accept myself. I'm definitely still a work in progress, but I have made huge strides thanks to her.
I'm so grateful that BetterHelp connected her with me because she is exactly the voice of reason that I need. She's empathetic, understanding and pushes me in the right direction. I love how she has a great sense of humor too! I have been in therapy before and the experience was not a good one, so I was apprehensive to try again. But, holy cow, did I hit the "therapy lottery" with her.
My life has improved/changed so much and for the better since I started seeing her. I appreciate her knowledge and insight dearly. If I were to see her in real life, I would give her the biggest hug ever. 10/10 for Stephanie Bigham.
Written on Mar 08, 2022 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
I enjoy talking with Stephanie. She is easy to talk to and helps give me direction in life
Written on Feb 03, 2022 after therapy with Stephanie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
So far Stephanie has validated my experience. I appreciate her attention to detail as there have been times when I've been so caught up in the facets of my own story, I've forgotten why I was bringing specific things up. Stephanie is able to bring you right back to the core of the problem and recalls why you're speaking even amongst all the minute details that may overwhelm you!
Written on Dec 14, 2021 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Stephanie has helped me so much through a very difficult time. I have begun the journey to healing because of talking with her. I have already recommended better help and Stephanie to others.
Written on Nov 01, 2021 after therapy with Stephanie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Stephanie is a wonderful therapist. She is a great listener and really cares about my well being and helping me with my anxiety.
Written on Sep 30, 2021 after therapy with Stephanie for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Stephanie is so helpful in both talking with me about what I'm going through and also providing me with practical strategies and skills to use in everyday life.
Written on Jul 26, 2021 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Stephanie has been amazing to work with! She is very kind, caring, and easy to talk to.
I highly recommend working with her!
Written on Jul 20, 2021 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I've always had a keen sense of first impressions. When I first spoke with Melanie, via phone session, I immediately felt a
Written on May 03, 2021 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Stephanie was super helpful for me, she isn't judgemental and makes you feel heard. She is a very kind person that truly wants to help people.
Written on Apr 17, 2021 after therapy with Stephanie for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and grief
I have been talking to Stephanie for a little over 2 weeks and one of the things that I love the most so far is that she empathizes with me and I FEEL HEARD. We have had 2 sessions so far and I am going to do my best to keep this commitment with her. I love that she tries her absolute best to accommodate with my work schedule and if she has cancellations She let’s me know. I love that so much. Communication is so important to me and I feel like she is in this with me 110%. I’m looking forward to continuing our sessions and seeing where this path takes us.
Written on Apr 02, 2021 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
My favorite thing about Stephanie is she actively sets me up for success in addressing my mental health. I have specific goals that I came to her with and she has very gently steered toward correcting those issues and also learning so much about myself. It’s amazing. In 3-4 sessions I feel more progress than I ever have with a therapist before.
Written on Nov 30, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
She is well rounded and very respectful of my thoughts and needs.
Written on Sep 23, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
She’s insightful, understanding, and listens well
Written on Jul 27, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Stephanie was a great help to me during a very stressful & difficult time in my life....coping with a separation & future divorce, loss of my job, and loss of my beloved best friend --- my pet. Stephanie was easy to talk to and was a great listener. She always provided sound advice & different ways for me to look at things-- putting them in perspective. I definitely recommend her!
Written on Jun 24, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She is very wonderful and has been helping me thru my problems. Highly recommend Stephanie!
Written on Jun 17, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Stephanie has been incredibly helpful to me during a tumultuous time in my life. She listens well and offers exercises and new perspectives. I'm incredibly thankful for our conversations.
Written on Jun 15, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Stephanie is a wonderful resource for me in my mental wellness work. She's great at keeping me accountable to have sessions AND to continually build off learnings I've accomplished about myself. She insightful, honest, and personable. Highly recommend her!
Written on Jun 09, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
Stephanie is very understanding and really helpful. She's very available and accommodating.
Written on Jun 08, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Stephanie has been great so far. She listens and responds by summarizing your feelings so that you know she understands. She also makes you take a hard look at yourself.
Written on May 04, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Stephanie has been a wonderful counselor. She is able to pinpoint what I’m doing and help me adjust these habits in a clear, manageable way. Stephanie is prompt and keeps communication regular between appointments. I am very grateful for her help!
Written on Apr 23, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Stephanie Bigham was really great and had good insight for me and the issues I was experiencing.
Written on Apr 15, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Stephanie is such great support for me. She is a kind and mindful thought and accountability partner, and I have been benefiting greatly from my sessions with her for the past 3 months!
Written on Feb 27, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coaching
Stephanie is very helpful! I have been working with her for the past month, and she is helping me sort through a lot of difficult feelings. She is patient and has good ideas and suggestions.
Written on Feb 05, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Stephanie is courteous, professional, timely, and understanding. She always asks very good leading questions that help me work through my thoughts and emotions without influencing the end result. I can always count on her to be actively listening without fail and always ensures we've been able to fully explore the thoughts that are present before progressing the conversation. Absolutely the best therapist I've worked with so far.
Written on Dec 19, 2019 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She listens deeply to what I am saying and connects ideas so that I can see things in a different light. She has been so helpful. She used worksheets and assignments to help me along. I am thrilled with Stephanie.
Written on Dec 04, 2019 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Stephanie is a very well rounded counselor. Not over bearing and will listen and comprehend what you have to say.
Written on Nov 05, 2019 after therapy with Stephanie for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
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