- Practical skill building
- Trauma-informed care
- Mindfulness practice
About Stasia
Stasia Manak is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Florida who focuses on practical support for stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and depression. She approaches each person with respect and compassion, and she tailors conversations and plans to the needs of the individual. Stasia encourages people to take the first step toward help and acknowledges how courageous that can be.
With nine years of experience, she draws on client-centered methods to keep sessions grounded in what matters to the client. She also uses cognitive behavioral strategies to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Mindfulness practices are offered to build moment-to-moment awareness and calm, and trauma-focused work is available for those recovering from past harm.
In sessions she prioritizes clear, straightforward talk. She helps people name what is most distressing, set small goals, and practice skills between meetings. That might include breathing or grounding exercises, thought-recording, or role-play for communication challenges.
Stasia has worked with a broad range of concerns including compassion fatigue, addictions, codependency, body image, and caregiver stress. She also supports people dealing with divorce, blended family issues, adoption and foster care questions, and first responder stress.
Sessions are conducted in English and organized around what the client hopes to change. Before scheduling, readers should confirm current session options and logistics with the match process on the site.
How client-centered, CBT, and mindfulness methods work online
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. The therapist reflects what is said and helps people make choices that fit their values and goals. This approach is useful for people who want to be heard and understood before moving to specific skills.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It uses practical exercises such as tracking thoughts, testing beliefs, and planning small behavior changes to reduce anxiety or depressive patterns. CBT can be especially helpful for stress, anxiety, and mood concerns.
Mindfulness-based techniques teach simple practices to notice breathing, bodily sensations, and present-moment experience. These exercises can reduce reactivity and support coping with grief, trauma symptoms, and everyday pressure.
Finding the right mix of techniques is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try approaches, and adjust plans based on what helps most. Clients are invited to share preferences about pacing, homework, and the kinds of skills they want to practice.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are set during the match process. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around a busy schedule, shorten check-ins when needed, or allow sessions without travel time. These practical benefits help people keep consistent progress while balancing daily demands.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Florida, Virginia, Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
She addresses stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and related issues such as compassion fatigue, codependency, and addictions.
What is the therapist's general style during sessions?
Sessions emphasize straightforward, respectful conversation with an effort to tailor the plan to each person's needs and goals.
What experience does she bring to therapy?
She has nine years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including self-esteem, caregiver stress, and family of origin issues.
What credentials and region are listed for this clinician?
She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with licenses in Texas and Florida and practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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