Stephanie Drouin, LPC
Narrative-informed counselor focused on everyday change
Details
| Name | Stephanie Drouin |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LPC |
| Based in | Missouri |
| Licensed in | Missouri |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 10 |
About Stephanie
Stephanie Drouin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri who focuses on Narrative-informed care. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. She also helps with relationship and intimacy concerns and supports clients through grief and difficult life changes.
Stephanie uses a straightforward, respectful style in sessions. She listens for the stories people tell about themselves and looks for places to rewrite those stories in healthier ways.
Background and approach
She combines client-centered listening with practical tools from cognitive behavioral approaches when helpful. Her approach is collaborative and tailored. Sessions may include talking through recent events, identifying unhelpful thoughts, and practicing simple mindfulness or problem-solving skills.
She pays attention to feelings like shame, anger, or emptiness and helps people find clearer next steps. Over a decade of work has given her experience with issues such as family of origin problems, codependency, commitment concerns, and compassion fatigue. She also supports people dealing with career stress, first responder strain, and the effects of abuse or domestic violence.
People can expect a calm, nonjudgmental tone and practical strategies aimed at daily life. Stephanie frames therapy as a partnership where clients set goals and she helps them move toward those goals at a steady pace.
What this therapist works with
Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse among the things Stephanie works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Stephanie among the ways she works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Stephanie among the ways she works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Stephanie among the ways she works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Stephanie among the ways she works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Stephanie among the ways she works.
- Somatic Therapy: Listed by Stephanie among the ways she works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Stephanie among the ways she works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Stephanie directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Stephanie directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative and practical therapies work online
Stephanie blends Narrative Therapy with client-centered listening and cognitive behavioral tools. Narrative Therapy focuses on the stories people tell about themselves and looks for ways to separate problems from identity. This approach can help with feelings of shame, family of origin issues, and patterns that keep repeating.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes respectful, nonjudgmental listening and lets the client set the pace. It helps people feel heard and in charge of their goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers concrete exercises to spot unhelpful thoughts and try different actions, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions are adjusted over time based on what helps most.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls let people use visual cues and real-time conversation. Phone sessions can fit into a busy day or use less bandwidth. Live chat and messaging are suited to brief check-ins, written reflection, or when typing feels easier than talking. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into everyday life.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Relationship and intimacy issues, grief, anger, and career stress are also listed focus areas.
How would you describe the therapy style?
Sessions combine Narrative ideas with client-centered listening and practical techniques. Expect a conversational, goal-focused process that uses thought work and mindfulness when useful.
What is her professional experience?
She has ten years of professional experience working in counseling roles. That time includes supporting people through trauma, family problems, and life transitions.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She holds an LPC credential and is licensed in Missouri. Services are described in relation to that licensure.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Therapy can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Different formats let people choose what fits their schedule.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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