Stefanie Paquin

Psychotherapist @Stepping Stones Wellness Center, Pllc

Plymouth, MI, US

Create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and deeply respected as whole, capable human beings.Listen with empathy and curiosity, seeking to understand each person’s unique story, experiences, and strengths.Work collaboratively with clients to identify their goals and co-create individualized treatment plans that honor their values and personal vision for change.Use trauma-informed approaches such as EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and mindfulness-based practices, integrating them with a focus on self-awareness, autonomy, and personal meaning.Support clients in recognizing and nurturing their inner resources to navigate triggers, cravings, and emotional pain while fostering resilience and self-compassion.Respond to moments of crisis with grounding, presence, and safety planning that affirms the client’s dignity and agency.Help clients explore the connection between trauma, addiction, and the human capacity for healing, emphasizing hope and possibility.Teach practical skills for emotional regulation, self-care, and cultivating healthy, fulfilling relationships.Assess clients for substance use disorders to support driver\'s license restoration.Maintain careful, confidential records while upholding the highest ethical standards of my profession.Developing and executing strategies to increase client inquiries and brand visibility.Overseeing social media content and online advertising, ensuring messaging aligned with the clinic’s mission and therapeutic values.Monitoring analytics to optimize engagement, track ROI, and refine marketing initiatives for maximum effectiveness.

Lawrence Technological University

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Project Management

Michigan School of Psychology

Master of Arts (M.A.), Clinical Psychology

Ferris State University

Bachelor, Automotive and Heavy Equipment Management

Ferris State University

Associate, Automotive Service Technology