I specialize in helping driven professionals, athletes, and high-performing women across Madison and throughout Wisconsin manage stress, life transitions, and the constant pressure to do more and be more. If you’re successful on the outside but feeling burned out, disconnected, or stuck in overthinking and self-doubt, you’re not alone. I understand this work deeply — both professionally and personally.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor serving Wisconsin residents via telehealth, I blend Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with practical, personalized support to help you clarify what matters most, shift unhelpful patterns, and take values-aligned action.
Whether we work together through individual therapy, couples counseling, or performance mindset coaching, my approach is warm, grounded, and direct. This is a space where you can feel seen, supported, and challenged to grow into a life that feels balanced, intentional, and aligned.
Your Madison-Based Therapist & Performance Mindset Coach for High Achievers Navigating Anxiety, Perfectionism, and Burnout.
Hello! I’m Stephanie.
Navigate the messy middle—whether you're shifting roles, changing careers, questioning your purpose, or chasing a new goal—with clarity and support.
Transitions, Identity & Growth
Learn to quiet your inner critic, release the need to prove yourself, and align your life with what truly matters—not just what looks good on paper.
shame, Pressure & People-Pleasing
Build emotional resilience and break free from reactive cycles through mindfulness, self-awareness, and grounded coping strategies.
Anxiety, Overthinking & Burnout
Push your potential without losing yourself. This is peak performance grounded in values, not hustle for hustle’s sake.
High Performance with Purpose
Learn to train your mindset like a muscle, cultivate discipline, and align your energy with the goals that matter most.
Focus, Consistency & Motivation
Overcome fear, doubt, and inconsistency so you can show up clear, calm, and confident, no matter the pressure.
Performance Anxiety & Mental Blocks
I support driven individuals in Madison and throughout Wisconsin who want to move away from chronic stress and disconnection toward greater clarity, resilience, and alignment. Here are a few areas I specialize in:
Support Tailored to Your Season of Life
Mary Simon, MSSW, LCSW
"Combines her unique set of therapeutic skills with her athletic experience to offer a compassionate and holistic approach to treatment."
Stephanie is thoughtful, balanced and tenacious. She will work hard to problem solve alternative solutions with you on your path to health and well being.
Cynthia Hunt, MSSW, LCSW
"She makes all people she meets feel comfortable and calm."
Stephanie is a very genuine and down to earth therapist who has the ability to look at the whole person with empathy and care.
Melissa Haas, MSW, LCSW, IMH-E ®
"She is able to be fully present with clients through many of life's ups and downs while supporting them on their own path."
Stephanie is an incredibly compassionate and skilled clinician whom I have had the privilege of working with and knowing for roughly a decade.
Nicole Gardner, MS, LPC
"Her warmth as a human helps to create a safe space from the start."
Stephanie has a great perspective on many different areas of life and therapy, which makes her one of my go-to people to consult with.
Emily Cotton, LCSW
"Stephanie shows up with a presence that lets people know she is serious, committed, and ready to listen to their whole story."
I know her to be professional and unwaveringly ethical while also being down-to-earth and approachable. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to any women seeking a clear-headed and capable guide through the inevitable twists and turns of life.
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Performance mindset coaching for athletes and high achievers seeking stronger focus, confidence, and consistency under pressure. Based in Madison and available nationwide, coaching helps you pursue excellence without burnout by aligning performance with your values.
Based in Madison, Serving Nationwide
Performance Coaching Services
ACT-based therapy for adults in Madison and throughout Wisconsin navigating anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, and life transitions. We’ll build clarity, emotional resilience, and values-aligned direction so you can feel more grounded and steady in your daily life.
Based in Madison, Serving Wisconsin via Telehealth
Individual Therapy Services
No two journeys are alike. That’s why I offer therapy and performance mindset coaching in Madison and throughout Wisconsin — each rooted in evidence-based methods and tailored to your goals, season of life, and level of support needed.
A MADISON-BASED THERAPIST & PERFORMANCE COACH
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Frequently Asked Questions
My practice is fully virtual. While I’m based in Madison, I provide secure telehealth therapy to clients throughout Wisconsin.
Working with a Madison-based therapist means partnering with someone who understands the local culture, professional landscape, and community pressures, while still offering the flexibility and convenience of online care. You receive personalized, connected support without sacrificing depth or accessibility.
I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, life transitions, relationship stress, and performance pressure. Many of my clients are high-achieving professionals balancing career, family, and personal expectations.
Therapy focuses on mental health concerns such as anxiety, emotional regulation, and relational challenges. Performance mindset coaching is forward-focused and designed for athletes and high achievers seeking clarity, confidence, and consistency under pressure.
If you’re unsure which service is the best fit, we’ll determine that together during your complimentary consultation call (or intake appointment). We’ll talk through your goals, needs, and circumstances to ensure you’re supported in the most appropriate and ethical way.
Yes! While I am based in Madison, performance mindset coaching is available nationwide through virtual sessions.
I work with individual athletes, high-performing professionals, as well as families and teams seeking stronger communication, resilience, and consistency under pressure.
Whether you’re preparing for competition, navigating leadership demands, or building a healthier performance culture, coaching is tailored to your specific goals and environment.
Living in Alignment operates as a private-pay practice.
For therapy services in Wisconsin, I can provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement, and HSA/FSA payments are accepted.
Performance mindset coaching is not considered a medical or mental health service and therefore does not qualify for insurance reimbursement.
Rooted in Madison and serving clients throughout Dane County and across Wisconsin, I provide secure, fully virtual therapy designed to fit your life. Whether you’re in downtown Madison, near the UW campus, or in neighboring communities like Middleton, Fitchburg, or Sun Prairie, you can access consistent, personalized care without commuting.
All sessions are conducted via telehealth and available to residents anywhere in Wisconsin.
