I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisory designation (LPCC-S) in Ohio, with a Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling and a Master of Education in School Psychology. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, life transitions, low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, and recurring patterns that interfere with daily life or relationships.
My counseling style is warm, direct, practical, and collaborative. Therapy is individualized rather than based on a one-size-fits-all approach. Together, we work to understand what is happening, identify patterns that may be contributing to current concerns, and develop realistic strategies that can create meaningful change.
My approach may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), psychoeducation, structured reflection, emotional regulation strategies, values clarification, and practical behavioral steps that can be used outside of sessions. I place particular emphasis on helping clients connect insight with action so that therapy leads to observable changes in daily functioning, relationships, decision-making, and emotional well-being.
For clients who want faith to be part of the counseling process, Catholic or Christian faith integration can be incorporated at the client’s request. Faith is never assumed or imposed, and the level of integration is guided by each individual’s preferences and goals.
A strong therapeutic relationship should offer both support and space for honest examination and growth. My role is not simply to listen, but to help clarify concerns, recognize patterns, strengthen useful skills, challenge unhelpful thinking when appropriate, and develop clear next steps toward the life and relationships a client wants to build.
Beginning counseling can feel like a significant decision. My goal is to provide a respectful, compassionate, and structured environment where difficult concerns can be addressed at a manageable pace while building greater clarity, confidence, emotional stability, and practical skills for moving forward.
Professional experience
36 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Coping with life changes Executive and professional coaching
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, Family conflicts, Coping with grief and loss, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Mood disorders, Women's issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Stephanie Birnbaum. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She is fantastic. She understands my feelings, and even takes it a step further with funny comparisons. That helps a lot because it helps me to realize that things are temporary and I can pick my thoughts apart and keep going with the task at hand. She helps me to rationalize things in a way that really helps me rationalize things instead of trial and error. She is an awesome person, and really gets to the bottom of the issue at hand. One cow at a time :)
Written on Oct 13, 2026 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Stephanie is the most genuine and real therapist I’ve ever had! She helps me see my problems through a different lens and for that I will always be grateful. I’d recommend her to everyone.
Written on Sep 28, 2026 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
She’s always been there for my ups and downs. Has really helped me reconnect with my faith, I couldn’t be more thankful and blessed for her. She’s very knowledgeable about not only therapy and helping you work through things with trauma, but she is also really guided by her faith and it’s always wonderful to talk to her.
Written on Sep 09, 2026 after therapy with Stephanie for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
She brilliant! Hire her immediately
Written on Aug 27, 2026 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Stephanie has been great to work with through the separation with my spouse!
Written on Jul 06, 2026 after therapy with Stephanie for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, anger management, coaching, and adhd
Stephanie is a true expert!
Written on Jun 29, 2026 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching
Stephanie has worked with me on and off for just under 2 years. She’s been wonderful to work with, has so many different types of resources, and LOVES to talk about Jesus! 10/10 would recommend to anyone that is looking to smile and put Christ first in their life again!
Written on May 18, 2026 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Super helpful she listens and gives helpful feedback holds me accountable for my actions
Written on Apr 30, 2026 after therapy with Stephanie for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Stephanie is very knowledgeable in many areas of mental health and personal care. She has been a great support to me the last few months and I look forward to continuing to work with her.
Written on Mar 07, 2026 after therapy with Stephanie for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
Stephanie has been an incredible therapist. I held myself back from starting therapy for a while, but I’m so grateful I finally did. The calmness and relief I feel after each session with her has made such a difference in my life. She is extremely knowledgeable, compassionate, and has also supported me in my faith journey. I truly appreciate her guidance and care.
Written on Mar 02, 2026 after therapy with Stephanie for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
I love working with Stephanie and appreciate her no bs approach. I am grateful to have found her.
Written on Nov 20, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Stephanie Birnbaum has been a great help, she is very good at her job that’s for sure and I would recommend you check her out!
Written on Oct 18, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Stephanie is always punctual, straightforward and honest. I appreciate her directness.
Written on Aug 18, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I've almost had Stephanie for 10 months now and she's been helping me with my personal rage issues as a father and then helping me a sounding board for a Divorce that I'm working through. If you get her, she will shoot straight with you, but it will help you in the long run. She's amazing!
Written on Aug 05, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and career difficulties
Stephanie has the understanding and expertise to help anyone through the toughest of times and the strongest addictions.
Written on Aug 02, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
She is great and understanding
Written on Jul 31, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
She's one of the best!
Written on Jul 31, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I believe she's a very intelligent woman with a lot to give she's helped me to be able to ever come a lot.
Written on Jul 19, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
She is a very respectable person that doesn’t beat around the bush. Our talks are extremely helpful and I like the insight she brings.
Written on Jul 06, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Easy to talk to. Knowledgeable andcompassionate, but firm. You can tell She cares about her work and her clients
Written on Jun 20, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Stephanie really listens and provides helpful feedback. She has helped me see things in a different light and it helps me to understand things we talk about. She provides good advise on how to deal with specific issues.
Written on May 12, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Extremely insightful and attentive through the whole session. I feel blessed to have been connected with her in such a challenging time in my life.
Written on Feb 07, 2025 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Stephanie’s been my therapist for a long time now, and I deeply trust her and her expertise!!!
Written on Dec 12, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Stephanie's work consists of determining your present needs and giving you support for upcoming needs in ongoing therapy sessions so you can become the best version of yourself.
Written on Nov 13, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, and compassion fatigue
Stephanie is an amazing person and has helped me more than she knows. I really do appreciate everything that she has done for me and I'm so lucky to have been matched with her. Thank you Stephanie!
Written on Oct 30, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Stephanie has been fantastic, she has helped me in so many ways. She is an amazing person , and I appreciate her so much!!
Written on Oct 28, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Stephanie has been helping me to push myself, even in the midst of some crazy time in my life when my husband and sister passed within a month! She helps me focus on life in a positive manner, and isn't afraid to challenge my faith to become a stronger warrior woman in life! Thank you, Stephanie, you are AWESOME!!!
Written on Oct 26, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Enjoy my sessions with Stephanie. Very easy to talk to and open up.
Written on Aug 26, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Stephanie is amazing. We clicked super fast and she has helped me realize a lot of things I didn’t myself. She’s a great listener and provides amazing insight and advice. She honestly feels like a second mother! I can tell her everything truthfully with no judgement and she makes me feel extremely comfortable. Thank you Stephanie!
Written on Aug 22, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I specifically wanted a Holy Spirit filled Christian therapist and Stephanie is beyond that! I’m grateful for her knowledge of scripture and kindness. I’ve only had 2 sessions but they both have been very impactful!
Written on Aug 13, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Great!
Written on Jul 20, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and adhd
Stephanie has a wealth of life and therapy experience. You feel heard and most importantly understood
Written on Jun 04, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Stephanie is great. She's easy to talk to and understands issues quickly. Her suggestions for how to take on challenges are very helpful.
Written on May 06, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, coaching, and adhd
Stephanie is so wise. She provides wonderful advice and insight in a very comfortable, non-judgemental manner. I feel very willing to open up to her and look forward to her response every time. She has been able to open my eyes. Truly feel like she helps me in the aspects I’m searching for help with. I greatly appreciate her and highly recommend her!
Written on Feb 21, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Stephanie is compassionate and down to earth. She keeps it real and is not afraid to challenge you while also doing a great job of meeting you where you’re at. She goes out of her way to do extra research between sessions and goes the extra mile when scheduling. Loved working with her.
Written on Feb 01, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Working with Stephanie has been an answer to prayer. She knows when to speak and when to listen. She offers thought-provoking questions and has been excellent at helping me gain new perspectives on how I approach life.
Written on Dec 20, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
Stephanie was lovely to talk to, great at listening and very helpful
Written on Dec 12, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 3 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Stephanie coaches me in different methodologies and to start exploring and understanding different perspectives to truly get the correct next step without regretting my last step. Highly recommended.
Written on Oct 07, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, coping with life changes, and coaching
Stephanie is a wonderful help. She gives me the space I need and helps me to create plans to better my life and tackle the problems I am facing. Very grateful for her support.
Written on Sep 27, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
She’s Great
Written on Sep 25, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
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