- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Stephanie
Stephanie Zitani is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with eight years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and struggles around self esteem and confidence. She also supports people dealing with grief, anger, ADHD, and questions about life purpose.
Stephanie centers her work on the idea that clients know their story best. She listens for strengths and helps people use those strengths to address what feels stuck or overwhelming. Sessions focus on clear, practical steps rather than abstract talk. Clients can expect straightforward conversation about goals and options.
Her toolbox includes Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. She uses CBT to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try different behaviors. Mindfulness exercises are offered to help manage stress and anxiety. Motivational Interviewing supports people working through ambivalence about change, such as with substance use or other addictive patterns.
Stephanie pays attention to attachment and communication patterns that affect relationships. She works with people on codependency, control issues, social anxiety, and intimacy-related concerns. Her approach addresses both how thoughts shape actions and how small behavior changes can feel meaningful.
Practical steps are part of the process: setting short-term goals, tracking progress, and adjusting strategies when needed. For someone feeling directionless after a life change, Stephanie helps map options and make manageable next steps toward clearer priorities.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Stephanie uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in ways that translate well to remote work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, reflecting, and helping people name goals; online sessions keep that same attention to what matters to the client. CBT looks at specific thoughts and behaviors, so sessions often include short exercises, homework, and step-by-step plans to try between meetings.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stephanie will collaborate with each person to choose which methods fit their needs and goals. That might mean using mindfulness practices for anxiety, CBT for mood or thought patterns, or Motivational Interviewing when someone is unsure about change. Decisions are revisited as progress is made.
Session format details should be confirmed before booking. When considering online care, practical benefits include fitting sessions into a workday, avoiding travel time, and using shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Online sessions can make it easier to keep regular appointments and to practice techniques in everyday settings, helping integrate changes into daily life.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self esteem, grief, anger, ADHD, and life purpose questions.
How does she approach feeling stuck?
Her style emphasizes listening for strengths and choosing practical steps. She blends client-centered conversation with CBT and mindfulness techniques.
How many years has she practiced?
She has eight years of professional work experience in counseling and related services.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LPC, licensed in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.