Stephanie Zitani, LPC

Stephanie Zitani is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey with eight years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, individuals coping with addictions, and those navigating relationship challenges, trauma, or abuse. Her practice also focuses on motivation, self-esteem, and building greater confidence.

Stephanie approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert of their own story and that existing strengths can be mobilized to address life’s difficulties. She emphasizes a collaborative process that honors individual values and goals while offering professional guidance tailored to each situation.

Recognizing that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, Stephanie offers steady support throughout the therapeutic journey. Her aim is to help people identify practical steps forward, build on resilience, and develop greater clarity about what they want to change.

Online Delivery of Evidence-Informed Therapeutic Approaches

Stephanie commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy in her work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the individual’s perspective guides the pace and priorities of care - this approach can be helpful for addressing self-esteem, motivation, and relationship concerns. CBT breaks down patterns of thought and behavior to develop practical skills for managing stress, anxiety, and mood-related difficulties, with a focus on actionable strategies. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance techniques that can support emotional regulation and coping with intrusive thoughts or strong feelings.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Stephanie works collaboratively to determine what fits best based on each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time as clients progress and as challenges change.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations. These options allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that suit their routines and comfort, while still receiving guided support from a licensed professional.