Hi there! I am so glad you are here. Take a moment. Yes, right now, take a deep breath. I’ll be here. Exhale. Be proud of yourself. Today, you showed up. You are here and you are willing to consider taking the next step. Well done!
I believe, life is full of emotion. It makes us laugh and cry… sometimes both in the same moment. It can be hard as we journey through it to see the forest for the trees… to see beauty instead of pain. Wherever you are along your journey you do not have to travel alone.
My name is Stephanie Wideman. I am a licensed clinical social worker based in Missouri. I have 20 years of experience coming alongside others, from children to older adults, on their journey as a guide. You will always lead, because we are going where you want to go.
Together we can forge a path of perspective and self awareness; replacing lies with truth and be able to take in all of the beauty of the journey along the way.
Each person's destination and goals are unique. My guidebook (clinical approach techniques) is diverse. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves, because I believe you get out of therapy what you put into it. I am a Christian and draw my clinical approaches heavily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (known as CBT) aligned with the Biblical principles of grace, love, and mercy. At all times, as your guide it is important to me that you feel safe, respected, heard, encouraged, empowered, and challenged. Yes, we can do hard things.
Now, you did not come this far to only come this far. Grab your favorite mug and find a place of solace. Let’s journey through together.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
MO LCSW 2004003924
CA LCSW LCSW116881
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Stephanie is one of the most awesome therapists I've ever met--she is so caring, attentive, and responsive, even outside of our sessions (I honestly don't know how she does it). I would highly recommend her.
Written on Feb 19, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Stephanie is great. She checks in regularly with me to see how I’m doing between appointments and she also is a great listener during appointments.
Written on Feb 10, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
She’s incredibly understanding and seems so approachable. Since I started working with Stephanie I feel like I have a place to go when I need to talk. She offers tremendous insights and worksheets that help me build new habits. She’s by far one of the best therapist I worked with.
Written on Jan 16, 2024 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
So thankful to have found Stephanie. She has helped me grow as a person an given me so many tools to combat my anxiety. I truly see the world differently and am a much calmer individual.
Written on Aug 23, 2023 after therapy with Stephanie for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Stephanie Wideman is a caring person and likes helping others.
Written on Dec 19, 2022 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Extremely helpful, personable, down to earth. Great person to talk to, no awkwardness, just wants to help you in whatever you’re going through or setting/achieving your goals!
Written on Sep 08, 2022 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes