Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over four years of clinical experience. I have a huge passion for helping others! I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Arizona State University in 2013 and my Master in Social Work from the University of New England in 2017. Before becoming a therapist, I served in the military and worked with veterans and their families for several years. I also worked as a Certified Pharmacy Technician for ten years. After obtaining my Master's degree, I proceeded with my true passion of helping people live happier and healthier lives.
I have experience working in intensive outpatient treatment programs providing therapeutic services to an array of populations. I have treated clients from Major Depressive Disorder and Generalized Anxiety Disorder to Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder. I have experience working with Borderline Personality Disorder. I have over four years of experience working with complex and severe trauma cases. Examples of these trauma cases include: war/military trauma, sexual/physical/mental/emotional abuse, neglect, abandoned, and relationship trauma. I use various types of treatment modalities within the therapeutic setting to include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to include adding elements of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, and Trauma Focused Therapy. I believe in providing safe and judgment free settings to all clients. I applaud you for taking the first steps in seeking support. It is a difficult road but I am here to help, guide, and support.
Overall, my passion is to assist you with achieving your goals in the safest, purest, and most supportive manner possible so you can continue to live a happier and healthier life. Stay safe and stay amazing!
Stephanie Velez, LCSW
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Attachment issues, Communication problems, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
UT LCSW 12955092-3501
NV LCSW 9209-C
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So far I’ve had 2 sessions with Stephanie. She understands so much and helps me to feel validated with emotions I go through. She’s very caring and listens to understand instead of just giving me general answers. She is amazing!
Written on Jul 12, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Absolutely have loved having Stephanie as my therapist. She’s been amazing to talk to and has helped a ton. 100% recommend her!!
Written on May 15, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Stephanie actually listens to understand rather than listening to respond. Even when I go on a rant about the impending collapse of society as we know it, she takes the time to see my perspective and help me find the next step forward. I've been through 4 therapists, 2 psychiatrists, and a couple prescriptions over the last year, and now I can finally stop the search for the right one to work with. Thank you, Stephanie!
Written on Mar 09, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Stephanie is a fantastic therapist. She is the first therapist to seem to understand me and I connect with. I needed my therapist to feel like a close friend or I won't open up. I have that with Stephanie. She is amazing
Written on Mar 02, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coaching
Stephanie has been instrumental in my progress as I have continued to work on my mental health since the trauma of my divorce. I look forward to our weekly talks! She always helps me put it all in perspective.
Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
today was my last session with stephanie and i could not be more grateful.
working with her over the past year was the best thing i did for myself. her kind words and compassion gave me hope. she knows what to say when you cant say it, she understands how complicated and unexpected life can be, she will hold your hand and love you even when you feel the loneliest. i would consider her my friend.
Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management