Stephanie Maria Peña

Stephanies genuine connection and clinical skills create a supportive environment for clients. With years of experience working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals, she is relatable and someone they can count on.

I highly recommend Stephanie Maria Peña as a therapist. She is compassionate, skilled, and deeply committed to her clients' well-being. Stephanie creates a safe space for clients to explore their emotions and grow, making her an exceptional therapist.

Stephanie has a great commitment to working with and assisting the LGBTQ and BIPOC communities Stephanies empathy and strong clinical skills help many folks who are resistant to therapy feel safe and welcomed to come as they are and work on healing.

Stephanie is just as adept at using different modalities as she is thoughtful and compassionate. Whether she is using a mindfulness approach or CBT, Stephanie is dedicated to applying a social justice lens to her work with clients.

Stephanie and I worked together many years ago at a community based organization and I was instantly attracted to their warmth, charisma, intelligence, and fierce support of social justice.

Stephanie provides a compassionate and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore challenges and seek joy. With a focus on cultural sensitivity and inclusivity, she supports clients in a way that honours their unique experience.

Stephanie's understanding of oppressive systems and knowledge rooted in extensive experience make her a skilled and affirming therapist. Clients can expect to enter into a grounded safe place to explore and uncover their truest self.

Stephanie is able to offer effective, tailored support to clients because she infuses her experience and understanding of intersectionality. She is caring, supportive and able to work with folks to build in strategies to get you to your goals!

Stephanie brings a nurturing and empathetic approach that creates a supportive and inviting atmosphere. Her thoughtful and attentive guidance helps clients navigate their personal journeys with ease, making each session both impactful and transformative.

Stephanie is a fantastic person. She has the ability to create a sense of calm while encouraging joy. As a classmate in our MSW program she was collaborative, enthusiastic, warm and kind. Stephanie imbues her practice with this same spirit and energy.