- Guilt and shame
- Relationship problems
- Panic and PTSD
About Stephanie
Stephanie O'Callaghan is a New York Psychologist (NY Psychologist 005722) with 40 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, self-esteem struggles, and major life changes. She also focuses on issues like communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation, panic attacks, PTSD, and social anxiety.
Her sessions are straightforward and conversational. She listens for what matters most and helps people name the feelings they carry. Conversations aim to clarify what is happening now and what practical steps might help reduce distress in daily life.
Stephanie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and patterns. She helps people learn skills for handling panic, managing worry, and repairing how they relate to others. Work can include practicing new ways of communicating, testing out different responses, and learning exercises to reduce intense physical reactions.
Her style is direct and grounded. She supports people in sorting through guilt and shame without minimizing those feelings, and she helps identify small, manageable changes that feel possible. Sessions focus on clear goals and steady progress rather than quick fixes.
Based in New York, Stephanie conducts work in English. Her long experience means she often draws on a range of approaches to match a person’s circumstances and goals. To arrange an initial appointment, follow the practice’s scheduling steps and complete the short questionnaire to find an appropriate first session.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online work
Stephanie draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and symptom relief. One common approach is cognitive behavioral work, which looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches exercises to shift unhelpful patterns; this is useful for anxiety, panic, and low mood. Another frequently used method targets exposure and response strategies to reduce avoidance in social anxiety and panic, helping people gradually face feared situations in manageable steps.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client review presenting problems, goals, and personal preferences to decide which techniques to try first. That collaborative process means methods can be adjusted over time based on what helps most.
The biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten check-ins, reduce travel time, and allow people to meet at times that work better around work or caregiving. Licensed professionals often use these practical features to help therapy fit daily routines while focusing on clear goals and skill practice.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem struggles, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include communication, control issues, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation, panic, PTSD, and social anxiety.
How would she approach feelings of shame or guilt?
She uses evidence-based techniques to help people name and sit with difficult feelings, then practice concrete ways to respond differently. The emphasis is on understanding patterns and testing small behavioral shifts.
How much experience does she have?
She has 40 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and interpersonal concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is listed as NY Psychologist 005722 and practices in New York.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.