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Stephanie Donley, LMSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Stephanie is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Stephanie. View 29 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Michigan

Recent reviews

I have loved the time I have spent with Stephanie! I have felt very seen and heard.

Reviewed November 2024

Ms. Donley Is an amazing therapist

Reviewed August 2024

More about Stephanie

  • 9 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW) and have worked in multiple settings, advocating, coaching and providing guidance for individuals with concerns including anxiety, stress, depression, isolation/loneliness, grief, loss, bereavement, end of life / hospice, compassion fatigue, forgiveness, self care, self esteem, life purpose and coping with life changes. I have worked with individuals at different stages of Cancer survivorship and end of life.

I strive to make the therapy experience genuine, positive, respectful and safe. My communication style is warm, kind and engaging. I do not believe in using stigmatizing labels. Although I am not an expert in LBGTQ+ issues/experience yet, I am educated and my practice approach is LBGTQ+ affirming, respectfully.

My therapeutic approach is solution focused, client centered and strength based drawing heavily from cognitive behavioral and humanistic therapies. I believe human beings have the amazing capacity to self heal, inspire, empower, learn from others but most vastly learn from our own struggles, challenges and triumphs. Therapy is a process that can help you discover the lesson or silver lining your problem has presented to you. Therapy can also help you discover new and better ways of thinking and coping with challenges you face.

Each of us has unique gifts that if discovered and embraced can help guide us to a more peaceful, joyful and fulfilling life. I applaud you in reaching out and taking the first steps toward seeking a happier life.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Depression Coaching ADHD Aging and Geriatric Issues Blended Family Issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain illness and disability Communication problems Control issues Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Divorce and separation Eating and Food-Related Issues Emptiness Family Problems Fertility Issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and End of Life Counseling Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships Postpartum Depression Pregnancy and childbirth Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Stephanie Donley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063980498.

  • LMSW · Michigan · 6801097868 · Expires December 2027

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Stephanie Donley

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

29 reviews

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I have loved the time I have spent with Stephanie! I have felt very seen and heard.

Reviewed November 2024

Ms. Donley Is an amazing therapist

Reviewed August 2024

Stephanie has been essential in my healing journey after losing my father to cancer in a span of three months

Reviewed July 2024

I have only had two meetings with Stephanie as of June 25th 2024, but she has already helped me so much. She listens while I express my thoughts and gives me advice that I haven’t really thought of that really helped me out. I can’t speak for other people but I would definitely recommend her to others if they were/are seeking therapy under BetterHelp. She is beyond sweet and considerate and I am very grateful to have her as my therapist.

Reviewed June 2024

Very considerate, good listener, attentive and good guidance.

Reviewed June 2024

Really like working with Stephanie. Very kind and supportive, but also pushes appropriately in a way that really helps.

Reviewed May 2024

Stephanie is very responsive and wants her clients to get the most out of the time spent with her.

Reviewed May 2024

Stephanie is the first therapist I've had that actively helps me understand my emotions, she doesn't focus on just one tid bit of information. It seems like she would rather dig deep and find the root cause rather than slapping a bandaid on it and calling it fixed. She has helped me start gaining a sense of self in some of my darkest times.

Reviewed April 2024

Stephanie is great and has great insight and support.

Reviewed April 2024

She is an amazing therapist and a wonderful person to work with. I highly recommend her because she made me comfortable with therapy again and i could never thank her enough.

Reviewed March 2024

I've had many sessions with Stephanie now and all I can say is wow! Stephanie has helped me change my life for the better and has helped me to start to get back on track with life! She is a wonderful listener and I appreciate everything that's been done for me!

Reviewed February 2024

Stephanie has been my therapist since July 2023, soon after the passing of my beloved husband. She has helped me through the grieving times - still ongoing - and other challenges I have had due to my own health problems. She is a great listener and offers good advice. She also responds to my near daily messages in the "therapy" page. I would recommend Stephanie to anyone grieving the death of a loved one or experiencing other, serious life challenges.

Reviewed February 2024

I’ve only had one session with Stephanie. But it was really really good. It felt like the great start to my journey in therapy

Reviewed January 2024

Stephanie was pleasurable to work with. Although I started several of our sessions saying I didn’t have much to talk about, we’d end up talking the full duration of our sessions. Stephanie is easy to talk to and helped me find ways to work through the issues I brought up to her in our sessions. It was a great first experience with a Therapist.

Reviewed January 2024

Amazing and so helpful with everything.

Reviewed December 2023

Stephanie has been so helpful to me. She is professional, knowledgeable, and caring. I would strongly recommend her as a therapist!

Reviewed November 2023

Stephanie's approach is very much that experienced friend. She is open and friendly while also bringing perspective to instances that I can't see from within the storm. I love how it feels like we are walking together while unraveling situations.

Reviewed November 2023

Stephanie has been an absolute blessing. She's extremely supportive, understanding, patient, and practical. She helped me create plans to work on things that I needed to get better at and also helped me build a toolbox of skills that I can use when things get challenging. I can't recommend her enough.

Reviewed November 2023

I am so thankful I found my therapist who listens and is available when things are really tough. She’s just the best and remembers things I’ve told her. It’s nice to have someone outside my social circle who knows what’s happening in my life and can help me process it in a healthy way

Reviewed July 2023

Stephanie is an exceptional therapist. I’m so thankful to have connected with her. She listens so well, and knows how and when to offer help. Her support has been life changing. Even when I feel like I might not have “an issue” to discuss, she’s supportive and helps me maintain good healthy habits. I’d highly recommend her to anyone!

Reviewed May 2023

Stephanie is the best therapist I've had through many years of therapy and counseling. I appreciate the value she brings to my life and all of the guidance she provides. I'm very happy I found her!

Reviewed March 2023

I have been working with Stephanie since about April 2022. I’m so thankful she’s my therapist.

Reviewed January 2023

Thank you

Reviewed August 2022

Stephanie is amazing. She is kind and supportive, while encouraging me to consider new perspectives for challenges I am facing. I leave our sessions with clarity and focus on what to do next, and her nuggets of wisdom follow me through the week. She also provides helpful resources and worksheets to support what I’m working on. She is lovely to talk to. Highly recommend!

Reviewed July 2022

Stephanie is extremely helpful and does a wonderful job listening and helping to make goals to make progress

Reviewed June 2022

Stephanie has been super helpful so far. She really connects with me, is very responsive, keeps her schedule up to date, and not only listens but offers advice and works toward solutions. Stephanie is awesome!

Reviewed June 2022

Stephanie was helped me identify and work through road blocks I didn't realize were keeping me from meeting my goals. Her patience and guidance have been monumental to my healing and growth.

Reviewed June 2022

Stephanie has been a huge help to me right from the start and during every session.

Reviewed May 2022

Stephanie makes me feel comfortable and gives me relevant homework to help me. I feel so lucky to have her as my therapist. I’ve been able to share things with her that I haven’t been able to share with friends. People close to me can already tell a difference in me after starting therapy with her.

Reviewed April 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Stephanie Donley offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Stephanie Donley works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Stephanie Donley speak?

Stephanie Donley speaks English.

How many years of experience does Stephanie Donley have?

Stephanie Donley has 9 years of experience.

Where is Stephanie Donley licensed to practice?

Stephanie Donley is licensed to practice in Michigan.

Does Stephanie Donley accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Stephanie Donley does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Stephanie Donley offer?

Stephanie Donley offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Stephanie Donley?

Stephanie Donley can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Stephanie Donley?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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