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About Stephanie Lee

Stephanie Lee is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Certified Trauma Specialist (CCTS-I), Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), and Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC). With extensive experience in trauma recovery, PTSD, substance abuse, and emotional healing, she blends evidence-based approaches like EMDR, CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused treatments to meet each client’s unique needs. A former paramedic, Stephanie offers a compassionate, no-nonsense approach that empowers clients to heal, build resilience, and reclaim their confidence. Specializing in working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and high-stress roles like first responders and veterans, Stephanie is dedicated to helping clients break free from toxic patterns and create meaningful, authentic lives.

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You’d probably never interrupt your boss mid-sentence, scroll your phone while they’re talking, or half-listen while thinking about your response. But in relationships, it’s easy to slip into those habits without realizing it. Feeling heard isn’t about agreeing on everything. It’s about being present, curious, and actually taking in what the other person is saying. The same attention you give in professional spaces can completely shift the way you show up in your relationship. What would change if your partner felt just as heard as your boss? . . . #embodiedwellnesscenter #chicagotherapist #chicago #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #chicagogram #therapist #anxiety #therapistsofinstagram #chicagowellness #holistictherapist #mentalhealththerapist #therapistsofig #couplescounseling #selfhelptools #marriagecounseling #relationshiptips #healthyrelationships #relationshipadvice #selfawareness #relationships #communication #communicationskillstraining
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Our most recent newsletter is all about ahimsa, a Sanskrit term that comes from yoga philosophy and is one of the foundational ethical principles in the Yoga Sutras. It’s commonly translated as non-violence, but it's more than that. It's an active practice of care. To learn more about ahimsa and how to incorporate it into your daily life, subscribe to our newsletter by clicking the link in our bio.
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Our most recent newsletter is all about ahimsa, a Sanskrit term that comes from yoga philosophy and is one of the foundational ethical principles in the Yoga Sutras. It’s commonly translated as non-violence, but it's more than that. It's an active practice of care. To learn more about ahimsa and how to incorporate it into your daily life, subscribe to our newsletter by clicking the link in our bio.
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