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Stephanie Dobbs, LMFT
Washington
LMFT - Stress and Addictions
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused work
About Stephanie
Stephanie Dobbs is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 25 years of professional experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, LGBT concerns, and depression. Sessions are delivered in English and she practices from Washington.
Stephanie uses a straightforward, problem-solving approach in session. She focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns, and on testing small changes that can reduce distress. Clients can expect practical exercises and clear steps to try between meetings.
She also uses client-centered methods, which means she listens to each person’s priorities and works from their goals. Motivational interviewing is used when clients are considering change, especially around substance use or other habits. Solution-focused tools help set concrete, short-term goals and track progress.
Stephanie has worked across community and clinical settings for many years, which informs a pragmatic style. She concentrates on what a person can do now to feel more in control and lessen the impact of worry, mood shifts, or addictive behaviors.
People who choose her often want clear methods and a therapist who helps them practice new responses to stress. To start, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to see if the approach fits.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Stephanie commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT sessions focus on clear steps and home practice, which adapt well to remote work because exercises and worksheets can be completed between meetings.She also draws on client-centered therapy, which emphasizes listening to each person and shaping the work around their priorities. Motivational interviewing is used when a person is weighing change; this approach helps clarify goals and increase readiness for specific behavior changes like reducing substance use.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the first sessions. The therapist will review a person’s needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest methods to try. This is a collaborative decision and can be adjusted as work proceeds.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Discuss format choices during the matching and scheduling steps to pick what works best for everyday life.
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Florida, Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, LGBT concerns, and depression, plus caregiver stress and midlife concerns.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and behavior patterns, then tries practical exercises to change those patterns and reduce symptoms.
What is her professional background?
She has 25 years of professional experience working in clinical and community settings, which shapes a practical, goal-oriented approach.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMFT licensed in Washington and works with clients from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; exact pricing depends on the chosen plan.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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