Stephanie Langford

Compassionate, strengths-based therapy for lasting change

LMHC Florida

Experience: 10 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Stephanie

Stephanie Langford is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) who brings a decade of clinical experience to supporting people facing stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem challenges, and depression.

Background and approach

She emphasizes clients' strengths and frames each person as the expert on their own story, partnering to build more satisfying and manageable ways of living. Her work draws from evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and a client-centered stance.

Stephanie encourages gradual, practical change - helping clients identify patterns, develop coping skills, and strengthen motivation while honoring individual values and goals. She aims to empower clients to take courageous steps toward greater well-being.

Based in Florida, Stephanie offers a collaborative, respectful approach that prioritizes the client’s perspective and capacity for growth. Her style blends skill teaching with empathetic support, guiding people through challenges such as panic attacks, attachment wounds, chronic pain and illness, isolation, communication problems, and life transitions like divorce or separation.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety, panic, and depression; it emphasizes practical exercises and skill-building that translate well to remote sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and develop psychological flexibility, teaching acceptance and mindful action to cope with difficult feelings and pursue meaningful goals. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and respect for the client’s perspective to create a supportive environment for exploration and growth.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and treatment goals, adapting techniques from these models to create a plan that fits the individual's situation and pace. This collaborative stance helps ensure that methods align with what matters most to the client.

Online therapy offers practical benefits through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing sessions to fit into busy schedules and to continue care from different locations. These flexible formats make it easier to practice skills between sessions, stay connected during transitions, and access support when in-person visits are impractical, while still working with licensed professionals committed to helping clients move toward their goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Stephanie commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem difficulties, and depression, plus related areas such as panic attacks, social anxiety, and life transitions.

What is her therapeutic style and approach?

Her approach is collaborative and client-centered, blending practical skill teaching with empathy. She uses methods like CBT and ACT alongside DBT and emotionally focused techniques to tailor care to each person.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 10 years of professional experience working with a range of mood, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral concerns.

Where is she licensed to practice?

She is licensed in Florida as an LMHC, license number FL LMHC MH25985, and provides services from that location.

What languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

Which session formats does she offer?

She provides multiple online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How are costs and billing handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy with her?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationImpulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English