Stephanie is a Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working across the lifespan. She is calm, compassionate and approachable. Stephanie understands how challenging it can be to share some of your deepest fears and insecurities at difficult times in your life when your resources are at their lowest ebb. She will walk alongside you on this journey.
Stephanie has extensive experience working with individuals and families on a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, parenting difficulties, adolescent behaviour and development and relationship difficulties.
A safe harbour for relationship healing
Stephanie has a rich experience in delivering therapy and counselling to terminally ill individuals, as well as providing family support and grief counselling. She delivers CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy), Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Couples Therapy.
To alleviate anxiety and depression, Stephanie fosters a supportive environment for open communication. Her adeptness in couples and family therapy promotes healthier interactions, helping dissolve persistent barriers to familial harmony. Stephanie also offers skills training to manage anxiety and depression, empowering individuals and families to build a stronger, resilient tomorrow.
Her sessions in couples and family therapy are tailored to meet the distinct needs of each relationship, guaranteeing a personalised therapeutic journey towards emotional balance and familial cohesion.
Together with the exceptional team at Reach Life, Stephanie has dedicated her life to guiding individuals and families through life’s intricate maze and towards enhanced emotional well-being.
FAQs
Can you provide details on Stephanie’s psychology career experience, including how long she’s been practising and the age groups she caters to?
Stephanie Johnson is a seasoned psychologist with over twenty years of professional experience. Throughout her illustrious career, she has worked with people across a vast age spectrum, from adolescents and adults to the elderly.
Her extensive practice has equipped her with a deep understanding and a flexible approach to satisfy the distinct needs of varying age groups. Whether you’re dealing with life adjustments, relationship hurdles or mental health challenges like anxiety and depression, Stephanie can help.
How does Stephanie approach therapy and counselling, particularly in challenging times?
Stephanie’s approach can be best described as nurturing, non-judgmental and compassionate. During challenging times, she focuses on making clients feel at ease, allowing them to openly explore their emotions in a safe space. By restoring hope and optimism, she empowers clients to rediscover their capabilities and potential — which is crucial during difficult periods in their lives.
Stephanie puts a premium on human connection and works intensively with individuals and families on a deeply personal level — even in the most traumatic and confronting circumstances.
Could you elaborate on Stephanie’s therapy methods, such as CBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Couples Therapy?
Stephanie employs a range of therapy methods to meet the diverse needs of her clients. Among these, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is applied for individuals to recognise and alter negative thought patterns and behaviours.
Interpersonal Psychotherapy is another key method in Stephanie’s professional toolkit. I can improve interpersonal relationships and communication, which, in turn, significantly impacts a person’s mental health. By addressing issues in relationships and social situations, clients can find resolutions and develop healthier interactions.
Couples Therapy is an avenue through which Stephanie helps couples explore and resolve conflicts, improve communication and build more fulfilling relationships. Couples can gain a better understanding of each other, learn effective communication strategies and work through challenges in a supportive environment.
Does Stephanie offer support to individuals with terminal illnesses and their families? If so, what does this support include?
Yes, Stephanie extends her professional support to the terminally ill and their families, providing a compassionate space for them to process the myriad emotions tied to end-stage diseases. Her support includes individual therapy for the patient to help them navigate the emotional turmoil and existential concerns that often accompany their diagnosis.
Additionally, Stephanie offers family support and grief counselling, assisting families cope with emotional distress, anticipatory grief and the complex dynamics that may arise in such trying times. She facilitates open communication among family members, helping them express their feelings, fears and hopes.
