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Stephanie Dobbs, LMFT

LMFT with 25 years supporting stress and recovery
  • Stress and anxiety care
  • Addiction recovery support
  • LGBTQ+ relationship help

About Stephanie Dobbs

Stephanie Dobbs is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 25 years of professional experience. She is licensed in Florida and practices in Washington, working with adults facing stress, anxiety, substance use challenges, relationship concerns, and LGBTQ+ related issues. Her work also addresses caregiver stress, midlife transitions, mood disorders, and women's concerns.

Stephanie approaches therapy from a strengths-based, client-centered perspective, holding the belief that each person is the expert of their own story. She combines that respect for personal expertise with evidence-informed tools to help clients identify practical steps forward. Her style emphasizes collaboration, empowerment, and steady support during times of change.

Seeking a more fulfilling and happier life often requires courage, and Stephanie aims to accompany people through those first steps and beyond. She focuses on helping clients build coping skills, explore motivations for change, and strengthen relationships so they can move toward the goals that matter to them.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesDepression

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressDrug and alcohol addictionMidlife crisisMood disordersWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Stephanie Dobbs have?

Stephanie Dobbs has 25 years of professional experience.

Is Stephanie Dobbs a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: FL LMFT MT1937, WA LMFT LF70012802.

In which languages does Stephanie Dobbs provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Stephanie Dobbs located?

She is located in Washington.

How can I work with Stephanie Dobbs as my therapist?

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

Does Stephanie Dobbs work with international clients?

Stephanie Dobbs does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Stephanie Dobbs cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Stephanie Dobbs uses several well-established approaches to help people make meaningful change. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and supporting the client’s own goals so individuals feel heard and empowered to take steps that match their values and strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns - it is especially useful for anxiety, low mood, and stress-related concerns by teaching practical coping skills. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that explores a person’s readiness to change and strengthens internal motivation for challenges like substance use or lifestyle shifts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Stephanie works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and easier access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life and to continue work on goals from different locations while working with licensed professionals and therapists who guide the process.

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