Therapist profile
Stephanie Traver, LCSW, LISW
New York
LCSW and LISW - trauma and mood concerns
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- CredentialsLCSW, LISW
- LicenseLCSW, New York / 085662; LCSW, Connecticut / 11564; LISW, Ohio / I.2204006
- NPI1679019384
- Experience11 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationNew York
About
- Anger and stress
- Trauma and attachment
- Parenting support
About Stephanie
Stephanie Traver is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and licensed independent social worker (LISW) with 11 years of experience based in New York. She works with adults dealing with trauma, mood conditions, grief, relationship strain, parenting stress, addictions, and problems like anger and stress that get in the way of daily life.
She has experience supporting people who face complex trauma, attachment difficulties, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality-related challenges. Stephanie also works with people who struggle with gambling addiction and the fallout that brings to relationships and daily functioning.
In sessions she asks clients to reflect on patterns of thought and behavior. That reflection then guides practical changes clients want to make. She helps people map out strategies to manage external stressors and recurring problems over the long term.
Stephanie uses approaches that emphasize values, relationships, and present-moment choices. She draws on methods that help identify unhelpful thinking, regulate strong emotion, and rebuild connection with close others. The focus is on concrete steps and steady practice rather than quick fixes.
Clients can expect a collaborative tone where goals are named and progress is checked. She supports people working through family concerns, parenting challenges, career stress, substance or behavioral addictions, and anger that affects relationships. Sessions aim to increase awareness, skillful action, and clearer decision making.
How sessions work
How Stephanie’s approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking committed steps toward them while allowing difficult thoughts and feelings to exist. It helps when anger or mood swings get in the way of the life someone wants to lead. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and gives concrete tools to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns that feed anger or anxiety. Attachment-Based Therapy attends to relational patterns learned early in life and how they show up in current relationships and parenting, helping people repair connection and reduce reactive responses.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stephanie will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can change over time as progress and priorities evolve.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when life is hectic. Licensed professionals can use these methods effectively through discussion, guided exercises, and skills practice adapted for remote work.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
New York, Connecticut, Ohio
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with trauma, mood issues like depression and bipolar, anxiety, addictions, grief, relationship strain, parenting concerns, and anger-related difficulties.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses reflective, practical work focused on changing thoughts and behaviors, drawing on ACT, CBT, EFT, attachment-based ideas, and client-centered principles.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience working with people facing complex trauma, attachment issues, mood disorders, and gambling addiction.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LCSW and LISW credentials and is based in New York with licensure noted in NY and OH.
Can I see her if I live outside the United States?
She accepts international clients; sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are used?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions 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.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.