- Strengths focused
- Skill based
- Goal oriented
About Stephanie
Stephanie Zitani is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in New Jersey who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma, and self-esteem struggles. She emphasizes practical support for common life problems like grief, anger, low motivation, and coping with major changes. Stephanie opens sessions with a calm, respectful approach and focuses on what each person brings to therapy.
She sees clients as the experts on their own lives and looks for strengths to build on. Conversation in sessions is straightforward and goal-focused. She uses tools that help people notice patterns, test new behaviors, and manage strong emotions moment to moment.
Her work draws on Client-Centered Therapy to keep the person's perspective central and on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thought and behavior patterns that maintain distress. Mindfulness techniques are used to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity. Motivational Interviewing supports people who are ambivalent about change, including those working through substance concerns.
Stephanie has eight years of professional experience in counseling practice in New Jersey. She supports people dealing with attachment and communication struggles, codependency, impulsivity, social anxiety, and process addictions such as gambling or problematic sexual behaviors. Her style is collaborative, steady, and focused on small, achievable steps.
Many clients come wanting better communication, clearer boundaries, and more reliable mood management. Stephanie helps people set realistic goals and practices skills between sessions to make progress feel concrete and doable.
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to each person's experience. It helps people feel heard while they name goals and decide what matters most in their life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and many everyday struggles.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stephanie will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals, comfort level, and pace. She checks in as therapy progresses and adjusts techniques so sessions stay relevant and useful.
If you are interested in online options, please confirm current session formats before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, shorten commute time, and allow for more flexible appointment times. They also let people choose quieter surroundings, use audio-only if video is difficult, or schedule shorter check-ins when that suits a work break. Ask about available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so you have clear information before your first session.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Stephanie commonly address?
She works with issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, grief, anger, depression, ADHD, and family-related worries.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is collaborative and practical. She centers the client's perspective and focuses on clear skills and small steps toward change.
What is her professional background?
She has eight years of experience working in counseling settings and uses a mix of client-centered care, cognitive work, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
What credentials and location are listed for the therapist?
Stephanie holds the LPC credential and practices in New Jersey.
Which languages are therapy sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept clients from other countries?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.