SCOTTSDALE, AZ THERAPIST · Pathways Counseling Services

Stephanie Levitt

MA, LPC, NCC

Founder and EMDR therapist supporting adults, couples, and families with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and major life transitions.

Scottsdale, AZIn-person counseling in Scottsdale and secure telehealth for clients located in Arizona.
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Stephanie Levitt, LPC and EMDR therapist in Scottsdale AZ at Pathways Counseling Services
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About Stephanie Levitt

Stephanie Levitt, MA, LPC, NCC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of Pathways Counseling Services in Scottsdale, Arizona. Her public professional materials describe more than 20 years of experience supporting individuals through trauma, PTSD-related symptoms, anxiety, depression, grief, fear-based patterns, relationship concerns, and major life transitions.

Stephanie brings a steady, compassionate, and trauma-informed presence to therapy. She works with adults, couples, and families and adapts treatment to each client’s needs, goals, background, and readiness for change. Her approach emphasizes safety, respect, informed consent, and clear preparation so clients understand what to expect and can participate actively in the treatment process.

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Stephanie is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based therapy often used for trauma and trauma-related symptoms. Her additional training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, DBT-informed work, psychodynamic therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, the Gottman Method, Prepare/Enrich facilitation, trauma-informed care, grief counseling, and anxiety and depression treatment. She may integrate methods based on clinical assessment and the client’s goals.

Stephanie holds a master’s degree in counseling and is a National Certified Counselor. The Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners lists her Licensed Professional Counselor credential, LPC-14027, as active. She is also the founder of Pathways Counseling Services and has been featured in public discussions about trauma recovery, women’s mental health, relationships, parenting, and practical therapy skills.

Stephanie’s work may be a fit for clients seeking an experienced clinician who can combine compassionate support with structured, evidence-based treatment for trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship stress, and emotional healing.

Who may be a good fit

Adults, couples, and families seeking support for trauma, PTSD-related symptoms, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, major life transitions, emotional overwhelm, or fear-based patterns.

How this therapist works

Attachment-Based, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Family Systems, Trauma-Informed

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR); Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT); Gottman Method couples therapy; certified Prepare/Enrich facilitation; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); exposure therapy; DBT-informed work; psychodynamic therapy; trauma-informed care; grief counseling; and anxiety and depression treatment.

What a first session may be like

Before the first appointment, clients complete intake paperwork. In the first session, Stephanie learns about current concerns, relevant history, safety, goals, and readiness; she then explains treatment options and begins developing an individualized plan with the client.

Education and professional background

Master’s degree in counseling. Psychology Today lists Argosy, 2007.

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Credential
MA, LPC, NCC
Reported license
Arizona LPC-14027
Last checked
2026-08-20
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