Stephanie
LMSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
Let's Connect (845) 250-6720
Specializing in attachment, sexuality, anxiety, and self-worth, I offer a unique and transformative blend of couples counseling, traditional psychotherapy, and coaching.
Do you find yourself going through the motions waiting to feel better - or find yourself in the same pattern or dynamic over & over but can't change it? I help individuals and couples break out of negative cycles, address unmet emotional needs, & get to the root of their challenges - Shifting conflict into connection.
Together, we'll navigate the complex world of intimacy, helping you feel more present, empowered, and at ease in your sexual and relational life.
Our work will focus on the deeper layers — what’s been unsaid, what’s been protected, and what’s ready to be seen and understood. As a psychotherapist and sex therapist, I am dedicated to working with individuals across the spectrum of gender, sexuality, and relational dynamics - including monogamy, polyamory, kink, and non-traditional partnerships.
Do you avoid intimacy or stay in the "wrong" relationship, yet yearn for deep connection and partnership? Does change feel overwhelming? Together, we’ll make sense of the patterns that keep you stuck and help you move toward the kind of connection you actually want.
If this speaks to you, reach out and let’s talk.
(LGBTQ+, Poly, Kink, BDSM, BIPOC affirming)
Call or Email Stephanie Hertel now for a free 15 minute consultation - (845) 250-6720
Let's Connect (845) 250-6720
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $195
- Couple Sessions $275
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 123353 Stephanie Hertel
- Attended Masters of Social Work
- License: State of Vermont Social Work 156.0134334TELE / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Body Image
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Intellectual Disability
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Peer Relationships
- Polyamory & Alternative Relationship Structures
- Polyamory & ENM
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex Therapy
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Sexuality, Identity, & Gender Exploration
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Gottman Method
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Ketamine-Assisted
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Relational
- Sex & Connection Therapy (LGBTQ inclusive)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Structural Family Therapy
- Support for Gender Transitioning
Stephanie Hertel
LMSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (845) 250-6720
Location
Additional Location
291 Wall Street
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 250-6720