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Stefanie Kalski

Stefanie Kalski, LMHC

Therapist · Florida · 5+ years of experience

Practical, strengths-focused counseling in Florida

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At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
LMHC
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LMHC · No. MH24253
NPI
1639764673

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Support for parenting
  • Aging and geriatric issues

About Stefanie

Stefanie Kalski is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, and depression. She draws on five years of professional experience to support practical change and stronger day-to-day coping. Stefanie approaches work with clear respect for each person’s story and strengths.

She encourages clients to see themselves as the expert on their own lives while she provides guidance and tools. Sessions focus on building skills that fit into real routines. Stefanie often uses strategies that help with motivation, confidence, and handling hard emotions.

Her approach combines several evidence-informed methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered techniques. These are used to help people notice patterns, test new behaviors, and clarify what matters most to them.

Stefanie works collaboratively and keeps goals practical and measurable. She can talk through parenting stress, caregiver strain, and concerns tied to chronic illness or aging-related changes. Her style is straightforward, supportive, and focused on small steps that add up.

Stefanie practices in Florida as an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She works in English and draws on a range of approaches to match what each person needs. If someone wants to explore therapy, she supports starting with a brief intake to identify goals and the best next steps.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice unhelpful thoughts while committing to actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, low motivation, and stress when someone wants clearer direction about what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify thinking and behavior patterns that maintain problems and then practice specific, testable changes to feel and function better. It is often used for anxiety and depression. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in relationships and how early connections influence current behavior and emotions; it can help with attachment issues and relationship-related struggles.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and needs, then suggest methods to try. This is a collaborative process and plans can be adjusted as therapy progresses.

Confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Many people find online therapy easier to fit into busy schedules, combine with caregiving duties, or maintain momentum between appointments. Online work can allow shorter check-ins, use of worksheets during the session, and easier coordination around medical or caregiving appointments. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and attachment-focused tools to remote conversations so clients can practice skills in their daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Stefanie help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self-esteem, and depression. Additional focus areas include aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and related concerns.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is collaborative and straightforward. Stefanie emphasizes practical steps, skill building, and aligning work to what matters to the client.

How much experience does she have?

She has five years of professional work experience supporting people with mood, stress, trauma, and parenting-related concerns.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She is an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Florida.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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