Stephanie Silva

Compassionate, practical psychotherapy focused on growth

LCSW Florida

Experience: 14 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Stephanie

Stephanie Silva brings 14 years of clinical social work experience to clients seeking practical, goal-oriented help.

Background and approach

She draws on a blend of therapeutic methods to address stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, intimacy-related issues, ADHD, and a range of other life stresses and identity-related matters. Her practice emphasizes respect, compassion, and collaborative planning to help people move toward clearer goals.

Silva trained and worked in a variety of demanding settings, including roles that offered exposure to emergency care and complex case management. Those experiences inform a flexible, interactive counseling style that adapts techniques to each person’s needs rather than relying on a single approach.

She combines elements of cognitive-behavioral strategies with acceptance-oriented and client-centered practices to craft treatment plans focused on specific goals and measurable steps. Clients can expect an encouraging guide who prioritizes practical skills and motivation while attending to emotional experience.

Silva aims to support people through transitions, difficult events, and ongoing struggles by working with them to identify priorities and develop tools that fit their situation.

Therapeutic approaches and how online therapy supports them

Stephanie Silva often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for managing anxiety, mood concerns, and coping with life changes. She also integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to support clients in clarifying values and building willingness to experience difficult emotions while pursuing meaningful goals. These methods aim to combine skill-building with a focus on what matters most to the client.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist works with clients to review needs, goals, and preferences and then tailors techniques from CBT, ACT, and client-centered work to suit each person's situation. This collaborative process helps ensure strategies match the client’s pace and priorities rather than imposing a single method.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for scheduling, location, and communication style. Those options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy or transitional periods and let clients choose the format that best supports their comfort and availability.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns can be addressed here?

Therapy addresses a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, intimacy-related issues, ADHD, career and life transitions, and many sexuality-related concerns.

What is the therapeutic style and approach?

The approach is interactive and understanding, drawing on client-centered methods and cognitive-behavioral techniques alongside acceptance and dialectical strategies to create individualized plans.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

Stephanie Silva has 14 years of experience in social work and clinical settings that include emergency care and case management roles.

What are the credentials and where is the therapist licensed?

The therapist holds an LCSW and is licensed as NC LCSW C009460 and FL LCSW SW20116, practicing from Florida.

Are sessions available in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted for remote services.

Which session formats are offered for online work?

Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How does pricing for sessions work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are required to begin therapy?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesDepression

Also works with

LGBTTrauma and abuse GriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationSexualityTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

North Carolina, Florida

Languages

English