Stacy Braiuca

Experienced LCSW offering practical, person-focused care

LCSW, LSCSW Missouri

Experience: 28 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Stacy

Stacy Braiuca is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Missouri with 28 years of experience working with people facing a wide range of emotional and life challenges.

Background and approach

She draws on a variety of techniques to support clients dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, addiction, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, and mood disorders including bipolar. Her background includes work with issues such as chronic illness and pain, caregiver stress, BDSM and kink topics, gender dysphoria, and communication or family problems.

In session she emphasizes a collaborative, person-focused style that helps clients clarify goals and build practical skills. Stacy uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy among other approaches to identify patterns of thinking and behavior, and integrates client-centered, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and motivational interviewing techniques as appropriate to each person's needs.

She accepts international clients and offers a range of online session formats to accommodate different schedules. Prospective clients are invited to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability to begin the process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Stacy commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered methods in her online practice. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and to improve daily functioning. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, empathic relationship that helps people explore their feelings and values while building insight and self-direction. She also uses hypnotherapy selectively to support relaxation and to access resources for managing habits, trauma symptoms, or pain when appropriate.

Deciding which approach fits best is part of the collaboration between therapist and client. Stacy works with clients to assess goals, preferences, and presenting concerns and tailors techniques over time so the plan evolves with progress and feedback.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more flexible and accessible. These formats allow clients to attend from different locations, adapt to changing schedules, and choose the mode of communication that feels most comfortable while working with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Stacy address?

She works with a broad set of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, addictions, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, bipolar and other mood disorders, ADHD, and many additional areas such as chronic pain, caregiver stress, and BDSM and kink topics.

What is Stacy's therapeutic style and approach?

Her work blends client-centered support with evidence-informed tools; she commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and motivational interviewing to help clients explore thoughts, emotions, and behavior change.

How much clinical experience does Stacy have?

Stacy brings 28 years of professional experience as a licensed clinical social worker helping clients through life transitions and emotional challenges.

What credentials and location information are available?

She holds LCSW and LSCSW credentials with licence numbers MO LCSW 1999137993 and KS LSCSW LSCSW 2162, and she practices in Missouri.

Can nonlocal or international clients work with Stacy?

Yes, she accepts international clients and is able to offer sessions across time zones depending on scheduling and availability.

In what session formats does she offer therapy?

Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, so pricing depends on those factors.

What steps are required to begin working together?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a time based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Self esteem Depression Coping with life changesCoaching

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

BDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shame Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)HypnotherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic Therapy

Experience

28+ years

Licensed

Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, Minnesota

Languages

English