Stefanie Fisher

Getting started with therapy can feel challenging; but time and again, research finds that the therapeutic relationship (not just the approach) is most important for progress. Feeling like your therapist is a good fit makes a real difference. Below is some information about me that may help as you decide:

First, I enjoy being a part of HCCC because the door is open to a distinctly Christian path for growth and healing. I am passionate (and nerdy) about theology and the Bible and believe the story of God’s love for humanity is the healing narrative in which we find ourselves. I am happy to integrate this into your work, if it’s important to you. If not, please don’t be deterred—I have years of experience practicing in settings that are not faith-based, as well.

Here’s a bit more about my background. I have a BA in Philosophy and Biblical Studies and a Master of Arts in Theological Studies. For clinical education, I attended the University of Houston and obtained a Master’s in Social Work in 2013. I have since gained LCSW credentials and become a Texas board-certified supervisor. Early on, I was trained in trauma-informed approaches. While in graduate school, I participated in a trauma education fellowship, which included an internship serving children and families affected by sexual abuse. I have also been trained in EMDR and witnessed its remarkable effectiveness.

One of the true gifts of my career has been the opportunity to serve a variety of clients on a number of different issues, in addition to trauma. I have worked with adolescents, adults, and families in residential, intensive outpatient, and supportive outpatient settings. Over this time, I have been intensively trained in a number of other evidence-proven treatment models, including DBT and Radically Open DBT. (Look up RO-DBT! It’s newer and cutting edge but might just be for you.) It’s a commitment of mine to continue growing professionally as treatment models are enhanced and developed.

While I am comfortable using different approaches to meet different needs, I specialize in a few areas, including supporting:

• Parents of teens/young adults in crisis,
• Mothers experiencing the challenges and transitions of parenthood,
• Clergy and ministry professionals,
• Helping professionals,
• Clients with complex medical conditions,
• Individuals experiencing spiritual crisis or church-related trauma, and
• Adults struggling with over-control (with symptoms like hyper-perfectionism, high-functioning anxiety, or social disconnection).

When I’m not at work, I have the pleasure of being a wife, mother, step-mother, and zoo keeper (for two dogs and a cat). Good friendships, Tex-Mex, all the books, and Diet Dr. Pepper bring joy to the day-to-day. But nothing is more profoundly defining than being part of the family of God.