Stephanie James, MA, LPC, SCL, NCC
Stephanie James is a licensed psychotherapist with over 8 years of experience in behavioral health, specializing in anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, fertility challenges, and maternal mental health. She is the co-founder of MI-Compass, a virtual therapy practice established in 2024, where she provides accessible mental health support to clients through teletherapy services. Stephanie is known for her warm, client-centered approach, focusing on building strong therapeutic rapport and meeting individuals where they are in their healing journey.
She earned her graduate degree in counseling from Eastern Michigan University, a program known for its strong clinical training in mental health counseling, and completed her undergraduate studies at Central Michigan University. In her clinical work, she integrates evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, guided imagery, and Imago therapy. Her approach is flexible and individualized, allowing her to tailor treatment strategies to each client’s unique needs and goals.
Committed to ongoing professional growth, Stephanie is currently pursuing certification in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to further enhance her trauma-informed care practice. In addition to her clinical work, she has experience in public speaking and educational presentations on topics such as anxiety, depression, and human trafficking in school settings. Driven by a deep passion for helping others, Stephanie continues to expand her work across multiple therapy platforms with the goal of reaching and supporting a broader range of clients in their mental health journeys.
• Eastern Michigan University
• Central Michigan University
• Washtenaw Counseling Association
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- PTSD
- Trauma
- Fertility Issues
- Maternal Health
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
I love what I do. It's something that's innate, it's in me. I've always loved people and their intricacies, and I've always tried to listen to them and find out how to help people. I did that before I even had a degree, and my best friend said, why don't you go and get your degree so you can have a foundation behind what you're preaching. It's something that I've always loved, I've always done it, no matter what. Even when I wasn't working with people professionally, I always tried to get back to people to help. The whole thing for me is seeing where I can help my clients reach their goals.