Stephanie Mekal

I work with teen girls, young adult women, and new moms who are high achievers and struggle with their inner critic and the pressure they place on themselves especially when it comes to their relationships, family relationships, and parenting. You might care deeply about your relationships, replay conversations in your head, or constantly question whether you’re doing enough. Even when things are going well, it can still feel heavy. You may be used to pushing through, staying responsible, and showing up for everyone else, while feeling unsure of yourself.

I also support women navigating dating, relationship challenges, family dynamics, and the identity shifts that come with different seasons of adulthood. Whether you’re pregnant, adjusting to life with a new baby, or parenting older children, this stage can bring love and joy alongside guilt, exhaustion, and self-doubt.

My approach is warm and collaborative, with a strong focus on understanding how early experiences and relationships shape the way you see yourself today. Together, we’ll identify patterns that keep you stuck, work through anxiety and self-doubt, and build a steadier sense of self-worth that isn’t dependent on constant performance or approval. Therapy can be a space where you pause, feel seen, and explore what’s really going on beneath the surface. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Schedule a free phone consultation and I’d be happy to answer any questions you may have.