Stephanie Safos-Moriarty , LMHC

Stephanie Safos-Moriarty is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida with 11 years of clinical experience supporting a wide range of clients. She has worked extensively with trauma survivors, juvenile sex offenders, victims of human trafficking, couples and families, individuals facing substance use concerns, and people coping with depression, anxiety, domestic violence, and parenting challenges. Her practice also includes work with LGBTQ individuals and those seeking individualized counseling for life transitions and relationship concerns.

Known for a compassionate and genuine approach, Stephanie partners with clients to navigate their healing and personal growth. She emphasizes a collaborative relationship that respects each person’s pace and goals, helping to reduce the stress that often accompanies the first steps into therapy. Stephanie draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a practical method that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - and complements it with other evidence-based methods such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor treatment to each client’s needs.

As a licensed clinician, Stephanie focuses on building practical skills, fostering insight, and supporting clients in making meaningful changes. She looks forward to partnering with individuals and families who are ready to work toward improved mental health and functioning.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Stephanie uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical skills to change behaviors and improve mood. This approach is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns because it focuses on concrete strategies and measurable progress.

She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT-informed work can be especially helpful for clients who struggle with intense emotions or relationship difficulties. In addition, Motivational Interviewing is used to explore ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, making it a good fit for clients working on substance use, lifestyle shifts, or other behavior changes.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Stephanie works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and adjusts methods as therapy progresses so that the approach fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy with Stephanie is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals and maintain continuity of care from home, work, or other settings, while allowing therapists and clients to focus on practical tools and progress.