LCSW-R

Stefanie Fernandez , LCSW-R

Therapist in New York

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About Stefanie

Stefanie Fernandez brings more than 25 years of clinical experience supporting adults from diverse backgrounds who face a broad range of emotional and behavioral challenges. She focuses her practice on adults 21 and over with concerns such as anxiety, depression, developmental or physical disabilities, chronic health conditions, trauma, loss and grief, PTSD, and family or relationship difficulties, while also addressing many other emotional health issues. Individual therapy is her principal modality, and she also has extensive experience leading groups, conducting family sessions, offering couples counseling, and working with older teens. She tailors treatment methods to each person, choosing modalities based on individual needs and goals and maintaining a client-driven approach in which therapist and client collaborate to identify priorities and measure progress together. Developing greater self-awareness, cultivating mindfulness, and strengthening the connection to one’s own values and needs are recurring themes in her work. In addition to clinical practice, she mentors graduate social work students and provides supervision to social workers new to private practice. She holds an LCSW-R, which is a licensed clinical social worker credential indicating advanced clinical training and authorization to provide clinical social work services.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that align with their values - this approach can be useful for anxiety, avoidance, and coping with life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to build practical coping skills for issues such as depression, stress, and anxiety. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and creating a supportive space where clients can explore their own goals and sense of self, which can be especially helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and grief.

Finding the best therapeutic approach is often a collaborative process. Stefanie Fernandez works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and then adapts methods so that therapy aligns with what the client finds most helpful.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for people juggling work, caregiving, mobility limits, or busy schedules. These formats make it possible to connect with licensed professionals from different settings and maintain continuity of care during life changes, while allowing therapists and clients to tailor session frequency and communication styles to fit individual routines.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Stefanie Fernandez have?

Stefanie Fernandez has 25 years of experience.

Is Stefanie Fernandez a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW-R. License details: NY LCSW-R 069980.

In which languages does Stefanie Fernandez provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Stefanie Fernandez located?

She is located in New York.

How can I work with Stefanie Fernandez as my therapist?

You can work with Stefanie Fernandez through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Stefanie Fernandez work with international clients?

Stefanie Fernandez does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Stefanie Fernandez cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesEating disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English

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