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Stephanie Van Ingen, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Stephanie is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Stephanie. View 26 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Pennsylvania

Recent reviews

She’s sweet and knowledgeable, and I really needed someone who can be an active listener.

Dec 2022

Thank God for Stephanie!!

Jan 2022

More about Stephanie

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Pennsylvania with over 20 years experience providing mental health services to clients of all ages. I am a developmentalist at heart, believing in the whole of our life experience making us who we are today. Over the years my clients have ranged from age 2 to age 80 and I have seen individuals and families in settings such as outpatient, inpatient, treatment facilities, hospitals, schools and residential.

More important than approach or type of therapy is the relationship that you form with a counselor. Research indicates that the client/therapist relationship is the biggest indicator of success in therapy. In other words, safety and comfort in the therapeutic relationship is key.

I use an eclectic approach to counseling which means that I draw from various types of therapies to best meet your needs. Each person is unique and to be most effective, each approach needs to match the individual. I use aspects of Person-Centered Therapy , CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), Solution Focused Therapy, IPNB (Interpersonal Neurobiology), Dyadic Developmental Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT and Psychodynamic Therapy.

It takes strength to reach out for counseling, especially if you are not feeling particularly strong. I will join you by whatever means of communicating is best for you; video, messaging, phone or live chat. Together we will move toward your goals. I am available to communicate daily and look forward to working with you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Depression ADHD Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes

Licenses

Stephanie Van Ingen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285819987.

  • LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW015661 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Stephanie Van Ingen

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

26 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helpful Helped Recommend Amazing Knowledgeable Understand Comfortable Supportive Understanding

She’s sweet and knowledgeable, and I really needed someone who can be an active listener.

Dec 2022

Thank God for Stephanie!!

Jan 2022

I feel I really lucked out getting Stephanie as a therapist. She’s accommodating and understanding and always seems to give me grace. I feel comfortable with her and I can trust her.

Dec 2023

Excellent therapist. Very attentive and great advice.

Apr 2023

Stephanie has been so helpful to me. I LOVE what we've done together. All my history we've unpacked has been instrumental in my emotional growth. And the self-trust she's helped me to find and build, as a result of reflecting, has led me to understand myself better. It's amazing how far we've come - considering where everything started. I would recommend her to anyone.

Dec 2022

Stephanie has assisted me in inner growth and finding my own identity beyond outside relationships. The work isn't done, but I'm more content with who I am after starting our sessions and using the tools she's suggested in my life.

Nov 2022

Stephanie has been a rock for me when I was going through one of my worst points in my life with addiction. Great therapist who strives to understand and care about you. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to make a change in their life.

D.A.·Aug 2022

A wonderful therapist, probably one of the most caring individuals I have ever met. I felt supported and heard during all of our sessions. She has years of experience to draw from for so many different situations and will meet you wherever you are.

M.I.·Aug 2022

She is an effective therapist who is guiding me through a difficult time.

K.A.·Apr 2022

Stephanie has been a godsend! She asks good questions, gives great recommendations and puts things in a way I haven’t thought of before, which is very much appreciated! I am very pleased with her and would recommend her highly.

T.I.·Jan 2022

Stephanie is great, very professional, and has helped me more than she knows.

K.A.·Dec 2021

She is so amazing I’ve never had a therapist as good as her she had helped me so much this past month or so

S.O.·Dec 2021

Very knowledgeable and helpful, and empathic

K.I.·Sep 2021

Amazing! Real down to earth person and very understanding. This is my first time ever participating in therapy and she makes it feel like shes a long lost family member

B.R.·Sep 2021

Stephanie is the best listening ear I ever had. She is kind and always very supportive. She helps you see your value when you feel you have none. She is God-sent!

P.R.·Aug 2021

Stephanie does a great job of listening and trying to truly understand your thought process. She is laid back, friendly and very flexible. I would highly recommend Stephanie to anyone looking for someone to confide in. She is a fantastic counselor.

M.A.·Feb 2021

Stephanie is being really helpful in listening to my problems, concerns, and complaints. She makes me feel I’m listened.

C.L.·Jan 2021

Love her. Been so helpful to me

C.E.·Jan 2021

I absolutely LOVE working with Stephanie. She takes time with her responses and breaks down each part of the messages you send her, even if you send her a hundred paragraphs. She listens and suggests multiple ways to help with things. She asks questions trying to get to the root of the problem. None of my previous counselors over the years have helped as much as she has. She'll add in things about her own life that she's experienced and it helps to know I have someone who has struggled with the same things I am right now. I always tell everyone how much I love her.

T.A.·Dec 2020

She is extremely helpful and very easy to talk to. She has been very patient as i go through my first experience with therapy.

T.O.·Oct 2020

Stephanie is a great counselor! She has a knack for listening to a long rambling rant and then neatly summarize what I have been saying and cut to the core of the issue. She’s a great cheerleader when that is needed and always asks for feedback about the kind of support I want/need.

T.E.·Oct 2020

I would be lost without Stephanie. She’s been very supportive and offers suggestions to help me. I never have to repeat situations, people, or issues if we haven’t spoken in awhile. I feel listened to and that’s very important to me.

E.I.·Aug 2020

Stephanie has been great. Her recommendations have helped me tremendously.

J.O.·May 2020

She's the greatest therapist ever she's so good at listening and helping you get through things.

S.O.·May 2020

Stephanie has been extremely helpful to me. She seems very knowledgeable and has been great about keeping in contact with me. She has also been great about giving me exercises to help my situation.

J.E.·Apr 2020

Stephanie is kind and responsive. She is extremely respectful as well, and wants her patients to be comfortable with their counseling experience. I would recommend her.

C.H.·Apr 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Stephanie Van Ingen offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Stephanie Van Ingen works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Stephanie Van Ingen speak?

Stephanie Van Ingen speaks English.

How many years of experience does Stephanie Van Ingen have?

Stephanie Van Ingen has 20 years of experience.

Where is Stephanie Van Ingen licensed to practice?

Stephanie Van Ingen is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.

Does Stephanie Van Ingen accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Stephanie Van Ingen does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Stephanie Van Ingen?

Stephanie Van Ingen can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Stephanie Van Ingen?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.