Hi, I’m Stephanie. Welcome to Recover Newport Beach! I am an Eating Disorder and Trauma Therapist, specializing in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Through my experience as a clinician, I have discovered a passion for trauma informed care. When we experience a traumatic event, our bodies store those memories, feelings, and sensations. But with guidance, and therapeutic interventions, these responses can be lessened and healing can begin. Navigating my own therapeutic journey has allowed me the opportunity to understand how important creating a safe environment is to that process by offering a genuine, trusting, and non-judgmental approach (Yes, even therapists have a therapist!).

I have a passion for working with women, adolescent girls, and their families navigating the complexities of what it means to be human and help validate and support where you are in the process. I began my training as a Recovery Coach, focusing on eating disorder treatment. We are in such toxic relationships with our bodies. Recovery includes challenging body image, food freedom, and identifying appropriate support. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), helping individuals learn to effectively regulate emotion, manage distress, and engage in healthy interpersonal relationships. I’ve held space for those who suffer from anxiety, depression, grief and loss, mood and personality disorders, and trauma.

In between sessions, you’ll find me at a concert with friends, exploring new destinations, doing something fun on the water, spending time with my nieces, watching the scariest, scary movie, and a big passion of mine is spotting the best chicken strips a city has to offer! I’m excited to work with you!

I am currently providing therapy in-person and via telehealth for our Southern CA clients and via telehealth to clients across the rest of CA.