What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Ellen has helped immensely with understanding myself on a deeper level and given me the tools to help with anxiety and depression. She is of course very calming and understanding, but also isn‚Äôt afraid to be blunt when necessary. This has been my best experience with a therapist by far.”
Less than 1 month ago
“Ellen has helped immensely with understanding myself on a deeper level and given me the tools to help with anxiety and depression. She is of course very calming and understanding, but also isn‚Äôt afraid to be blunt when necessary. This has been my best experience with a therapist by far.”
Less than 1 month ago
About Ellen Stephenson
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Dual Diagnosis
Relapse Prevention Therapy
Autism Spectrum Disorder
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Transgender Care
Drug Addiction
Life Transition
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Families
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Gottman Method
Dialectical (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Family Systems
Person-Centered
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Ellen Stephenson
Hello, I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in Florida, providing telehealth services to individuals, couples, and families. I hold a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Central Florida. My specialties include anxiety, depression, relationship stressors, and chronic illness. I work from a cognitive behavioral and relational lens to help clients recognize unhelpful patterns and reach attainable goals.
My approach
I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral, Person-Centered, and Relational therapies (including Gottman and Systems), along with Strength-based approaches and Motivational Interviewing as needed. I believe in tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
My focus
I am passionate about supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, chronic illness, or neurodivergence. I also have experience working with those struggling with addiction and persistent mental health diagnoses. With couples and families, I help identify problem areas and use active listening skills to facilitate processing and effective change in their relationships.
My communication style
I am direct and collaborative with individual clients, assisting them in challenging negative self-beliefs and working through uncomfortable thoughts and processes to achieve their full potential. With couples and families, I use collaborative cognitive and family approaches to help members identify and work through problem areas together.
My journey to mental healthcare
I have enjoyed being the “listener and helper” for as long as I can remember. Having faced my own struggles, I decided to become the person I could have benefited from during times of transition or unease. My goal is to meet each individual or group where they are and provide a warm, encouraging atmosphere to discuss and challenge the areas that hinder their well-being.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Central Florida, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
- University of Central Florida (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1538517453
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Ellen has helped immensely with understanding myself on a deeper level and given me the tools to help with anxiety and depression. She is of course very calming and understanding, but also isn’t afraid to be blunt when necessary. This has been my best experience with a therapist by far.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Ellen has helped immensely with understanding myself on a deeper level and given me the tools to help with anxiety and depression. She is of course very calming and understanding, but also isn’t afraid to be blunt when necessary. This has been my best experience with a therapist by far.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Ellen Stephenson work with?
Ellen Stephenson works with Rula Health - Florida.
What are common reasons for patients to see Ellen Stephenson?
Ellen Stephenson frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Ellen Stephenson on their profile.
What languages does Ellen Stephenson speak?
Ellen Stephenson speaks English.