I am psychotherapist who is passionate about helping women through intense past and present struggles, especially given the expectations that society places on women today. We will work through anger, anxiety, depression, trauma and loss and improve relationships with partners, family and friends. Therapy provides a safe and supportive place for you to explore your emotions and needs so you can feel more confident and at peace in your life. I provide in person therapy at Franklin Square, which is located between Trader Joe’s and I-40 in Chapel Hill and online.
*** Please note that I don’t have availability at this time (11/1/2025).
Some of the issues I address in Psychotherapy:
- Stress/ Anxiety
- Depression
- Relationship/ Family Issues
- Trauma/PTSD
- Low Self-Esteem/Low Self-Worth
- Body Image Issues
- Parenting Issues
- Grief/Loss
- Aging
- Chronic Health Issues
- LGBTQ+ Issues
- Alcohol Use/ Alcoholism in family
Therapy takes courage.
Being vulnerable and sharing your story takes courage. Many women feel shame or confusion about their past, sadness or anxiety in the present, or negatively judge themselves or their bodies. By sharing these stories and feelings in therapy, shame can’t survive. Through self-compassion, you move from self-criticism toward self-acceptance.
Therapy is personal.
I am a Client-centered talk therapist who blends in CBT, DBT and Compassionate Inquiry according to your needs. Compassionate inquiry is effective with healing developmental trauma and PTSD. DBT teaches skills such as mindfulness and emotional regulation. CBT helps you to identify and change troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors as you move towards increased self acceptance.
Therapy helps.
As women, we are often exhausted due to the multiple roles we play: in our romantic partnerships, as caretakers of children or of our parents, as family members and friends. Therapy helps you examine how negative patterns may have developed and make positive life changes.
Therapy empowers.
In therapy, we will work on developing your sense of self. This starts with becoming more authentic and secure in yourself and your relationships. You become more grounded and can start your day with a greater feeling of strength.
I would be happy to answer any questions you have about therapy and about my approach to therapy. If you would like to start therapy, you can also reach out to me and leave an email at steph.bittle@twostepsforward.us . I prefer if you are going to leave information that is too personal that you call 919-590-0870. The confidentiality of email on the internet is not guaranteed.
Stephanie Bittle, LCSW 