Stephanie Rapton, LPC

Stephanie Rapton is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who supports children, adolescents, families, and young adults as they navigate transitions, identity questions, and emotional challenges. Drawing on lived experience in a military family and roots in Phoenix, Arizona, she brings a trauma-informed, compassionate approach to her clinical work in South Carolina. Stephanie has three years of experience as a practicing therapist and additional experience in the broader mental health field, which informs an integrative style that balances practical strategies with attention to whole-person healing.

Her clinical work uses evidence-based methods including Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), together with a certification in holistic and integrative healing that allows incorporation of mindfulness and body-centered techniques. This blend supports clients dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, ADHD, and related challenges such as attachment and abandonment issues, communication problems, and panic symptoms.

Stephanie offers an LGBTQ+ affirming practice and aims to create a warm, inclusive space where young people and families feel seen and supported. Outside of work she enjoys exploring the outdoors with her dog Sam, reading, and finding inspiration through travel.

Evidence-Based Techniques for Remote Support

Stephanie integrates several evidence-based techniques into online work to address a range of concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness - tools often useful for anxiety, impulsivity, and relationship challenges. Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) provides structured strategies to process traumatic experiences and reduce trauma-related symptoms while building coping skills. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes identifying goals and leveraging existing strengths to make concrete changes in daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Stephanie collaborates with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques to fit developmental stage and presenting concerns so that therapy feels practical and relevant.

Online sessions - via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - offer flexibility for busy schedules and for clients who prefer remote access. These options make it easier to attend regular sessions, practice skills between meetings, and maintain continuity of care from different locations while working with licensed professionals and therapists committed to personalized treatment.