Stephanie Sayles

Compassionate, collaborative care for lasting change

LCSW Wisconsin

Experience: 14 years in practice
Focus areas: Addictions, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Stephanie

Stephanie Sayles is a Wisconsin-licensed LCSW who focuses on helping people navigate issues such as addictions, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, and bipolar disorder.

Background and approach

She approaches each client with respect for their lived experience, working from the belief that people are the experts of their own stories and already carry strengths they can build on. Her practice emphasizes supportive collaboration and empowerment as clients take steps to change difficult patterns and improve daily functioning.

With 14 years of clinical experience, Stephanie blends evidence-informed methods to address a wide range of problems, including attachment and abandonment concerns, caregiver stress, communication and control issues, grief and forgiveness, impulsivity, loneliness, midlife transitions, financial stress, mood disorders, and narcissistic dynamics.

She draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered, emotionally focused, mindfulness-based, and motivational techniques to tailor care to each person’s needs. Stephanie offers services in English and accepts international clients, providing multiple session formats to fit different schedules and preferences.

Approachable therapies for online care and practical change

Stephanie commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to develop practical strategies for managing mood, cravings, or relationship patterns. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which prioritizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship so clients can explore goals at their own pace and feel supported in making choices.

Choosing a therapeutic approach is collaborative, and she works with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions typically begin with a conversation about what a client hopes to change and which techniques feel most comfortable, allowing adjustments as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to maximize flexibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity when travel or work demands arise, and access care from different locations. The variety of formats supports different communication styles and practical needs while keeping the focus on therapeutic progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Stephanie commonly address?

She works with addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and bipolar disorder, along with related matters like attachment, impulsivity, and isolation.

What is Stephanie's therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and supportive, emphasizing client strengths and combining methods such as Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, EFT, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to suit individual needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 14 years of professional practice experience working with a variety of mental health and relational concerns.

What credentials and location apply to this therapist?

Stephanie is an LCSW licensed in Wisconsin with license number WI LCSW 7837-123 and provides services from that state.

Can someone who lives outside the U.S. work with her?

Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English for those who qualify for her services.

Which session formats are available?

Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits their schedule and needs.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a brief matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteemBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Wisconsin

Languages

English