Stéphanie Gimenez

Resilience, empowerment, and healing are at the core of Stéphanie Gimenez's therapeutic approach. As a trilingual immigrant with a multicultural background and a survivor of domestic violence, Stéphanie brings a unique blend of personal experience and professional expertise to her practice. Her journey from survivor to advocate has shaped her into a compassionate and fearless counselor, dedicated to helping clients navigate life's challenges and transform their lives.

Stéphanie holds a Master of Arts in Counseling from Wake Forest University and is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate (LCAS-A) in North Carolina. Her diverse professional background includes five years of advocacy for domestic violence victims at Safe On Seven, followed by transformative experiences in various clinical settings. From providing Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center to offering Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) for individuals with severe mental illnesses and substance use disorders, Stéphanie has honed her skills across a broad spectrum of mental health and addiction services.

At Safe Haven Counseling, PLLC, Stéphanie offers a comprehensive range of services, including individual, couple, family, and group counseling. Her areas of expertise encompass domestic violence, mental health, addictions, grief, and career counseling. Whether clients are seeking to break free from abuse, heal from trauma, manage mental illness, address substance abuse issues, or improve their overall quality of life, Stéphanie provides a safe, supportive environment for growth and healing.

Stéphanie's approach is grounded in the belief that all human behavior stems from either love or a call for love, as inspired by Marianne Williamson. This philosophy, combined with her multicultural background and personal experiences, allows her to connect deeply with clients from all walks of life. She is a fervent advocate for gender, racial, religious, cultural, and social equity, bringing this passion for justice and equality into her therapeutic work.

As the founder of Safe Haven Counseling, PLLC, Stéphanie has created a space where clients can feel secure and supported on their journey to healing and self-discovery. Her commitment to accessibility is evident in her flexible approach to therapy, offering services in-person, online, or via phone to meet the diverse needs of her clients. With Stéphanie, clients can expect a therapist who is not only professionally skilled but also personally invested in their growth and well-being.