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Stephanie Knauer, LPC

Pennsylvania LPC specializing in stress and addiction
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Substance use counseling
  • Performance anxiety support

About Stephanie Knauer

Stephanie Knauer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with seven years of clinical experience. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Shippensburg University in 2016 and completed a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Shippensburg University in 2018. As an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - she holds a state license (PA LPC PC013543) to provide counseling services across a range of settings.

Her background includes work in inpatient behavioral health treating teens and adults as well as roles in both inpatient and outpatient substance abuse counseling. This breadth of experience informs a pragmatic, skills-based approach that blends evidence-informed methods with attention to overall wellbeing. She commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused techniques while also incorporating holistic practices that support health and performance.

Stephanie has a particular interest in helping athletes manage performance anxiety and supports people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma, grief, and a variety of life transitions. Her clinical work is shaped by training in multiple therapeutic methods and by experience across diverse treatment environments, aiming to help clients build practical coping skills and move toward meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Stephanie Knauer have?

Stephanie Knauer has seven years of clinical experience.

Is Stephanie Knauer a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Pennsylvania. License details: PA LPC PC013543.

In which languages does Stephanie Knauer provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Stephanie Knauer located?

Stephanie Knauer is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Stephanie Knauer as my therapist?

Sessions with Stephanie Knauer are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Stephanie Knauer work with international clients?

Stephanie Knauer does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Stephanie Knauer 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match with the 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 Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions for many individuals.

One major benefit of remote sessions is flexibility - appointments can be arranged in the format that best fits a person’s schedule and comfort level, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility often makes it easier to maintain consistency in care and to access support from wherever one is located.

Licensed professionals deliver care through these formats, and it is possible to change therapists if a different fit is desired. For people balancing busy lives, mobility limits, or geographic barriers, online therapy offers a practical way to pursue therapeutic goals with trained therapists.

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