Stephanie Brotherton, LSCSW

Stephanie Brotherton is a licensed clinician in Kansas with nine years of professional experience who supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, parenting challenges, low motivation, low self-esteem, depression, and confidence concerns. She holds the credential LSCSW (Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker), which reflects specialized clinical social work training and licensure in Kansas.

Stephanie has additional training related to autism and dual diagnosis, and she is trained in DBT and EMDR therapeutic methods. In her practice she emphasizes a nonjudgmental, open atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be expressed freely so clients can explore what matters to them. Her approach centers on partnership - she works alongside clients to identify goals and practical steps toward change.

Stephanie recognizes that seeking help takes courage, and she frames her role as one of support and empowerment throughout the therapeutic process. She aims to help clients build greater resilience, improve relationships and daily functioning, and move toward a more fulfilling and satisfying life.

Evidence-Based Therapies Adapted for Online Sessions

Stephanie Brotherton integrates evidence-based techniques such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) into her practice. DBT focuses on building practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal communication, and reducing impulsive behaviors - it is commonly used for anxiety, mood regulation, and relationship challenges. EMDR is a structured approach used to process traumatic memories and distressing experiences in ways that can reduce their emotional intensity and improve coping.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Stephanie works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time so the treatment plan aligns with what is most helpful for the individual.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, support continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult, and allow licensed professionals to provide consistent support across different communication formats.