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Stephanie Balbuena, LPC

Licensed counselor for life transitions
  • Provides stress and anxiety support
  • Provides bilingual English and Spanish
  • Uses client-centered approaches

About Stephanie Balbuena

Stephanie Balbuena is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with six years of professional experience. She works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career obstacles, life transitions, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and grief, tailoring support to each person’s distinct needs.

Stephanie emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in her work and draws from several evidence-based approaches, including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Her practice also addresses attachment concerns, communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, questions about life purpose, financial stress, post-traumatic stress, self-love, women’s issues, workplace challenges, and young adult issues.

Fluent in English and Spanish, she adapts conversations and treatment plans to reflect each individual’s background and goals. Stephanie aims to support clients as they take the often-challenging first steps toward greater resilience, confidence, and well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGrief

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Stephanie Balbuena have?

Stephanie Balbuena has 6 years of professional experience.

Is Stephanie Balbuena a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPC. License details: PA LPC PC016372.

In which languages does Stephanie Balbuena provide therapy?

Stephanie provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Stephanie Balbuena located?

She is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Stephanie Balbuena as my therapist?

Clients can work with Stephanie through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Stephanie Balbuena work with international clients?

Stephanie Balbuena does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Stephanie Balbuena cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Virtual Counseling Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether virtual counseling can lead to meaningful progress. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strains, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with licensed professionals in the format that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals and therapists offer a range of approaches tailored to each person’s needs, and clients have the option to change therapists if a different fit is desired. For many people, online therapy provides an accessible, practical way to engage in consistent mental health care.

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