Stephanie MacMurtrie, LPC

Stephanie MacMurtrie is a Pennsylvania licensed counselor with seven years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflicts, motivation concerns, self-esteem struggles, confidence building, and career difficulties. She practices with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to meet each client’s individual needs. Stephanie emphasizes a collaborative process in which clients explore goals and strategies at a pace that feels right for them.

Her approach centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be voiced honestly and examined together. As an LPC - a Licensed Professional Counselor - she blends practical techniques with empathic listening to help clients navigate life changes, manage emotional reactions, and work toward meaningful improvements in day-to-day functioning. Stephanie recognizes that taking the first step toward therapy requires courage, and she affirms clients for seeking support.

Clients can expect a tailored plan that evolves as progress is made, with attention to actionable skills, personal values, and realistic goals. Stephanie focuses on fostering resilience, strengthening relationships, and increasing confidence so clients can move forward with clearer direction and greater self-compassion.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Stephanie integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to address a wide range of concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors so clients can develop practical skills for managing anxiety, mood shifts, and stressful situations. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, helping people build self-awareness, strengthen self-esteem, and explore goals in a supportive, nonjudgmental way.

She frames treatment as a collaborative process - finding the right approach is part of the work together. Stephanie helps clients assess which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies as progress is made so care remains responsive and individualized.

Online sessions offer flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity when schedules change, and access support from familiar settings. Licensed professionals and therapists can effectively use these modalities to deliver consistent, goal-focused care that fits each client’s routine and comfort level.