Mrs Clara Stephan, MA

Clinical Psychologist

“My work is grounded in presence, compassion, and awareness. I offer a collaborative and reflective space where emotions, patterns, and experiences can be explored at your pace. Drawing from Gestalt therapy, I focus on the here-and-now to support meaningful choice and change.”

About Me

I am generally reflective and observant in sessions, intervening when something feels important to clarify, deepen, or bring into awareness. My style is warm and grounding, and clients often describe my questions as thoughtful and meaningful, helping them see things from a new perspective.

Approach

Gestalt therapy is a humanistic, experiential psychotherapy focusing on present-moment awareness, personal responsibility, and the "here and now," viewing individuals as whole, integrated beings (a "gestalt") rather than fragmented parts. Developed by Fritz Perls, Laura Perls, and Paul Goodman, it helps people become aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to resolve issues by addressing "unfinished business" and blocked growth, often using techniques like the empty chair exercise to explore disowned parts of the self.

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Basic Information

Zouk Michael, Lebanon

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Humanistic Therapy
A therapeutic approach grounded in the belief that people are inherently capable of growth and self-understanding, focusing on present experience, personal meaning, and the therapeutic relationship.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Works With:

Adults
Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Depression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
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Guilt or Forgiveness
Persistent feelings of guilt, shame, or difficulty forgiving oneself or others that weigh on emotional well-being and relationships.
Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Self-Care
Deliberate actions taken to maintain or improve one's own mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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Self-Harm
The deliberate act of hurting oneself, such as cutting or burning, as a way to cope with overwhelming emotional pain or distress.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Suicidal Thoughts
Thoughts about ending one's own life, ranging from passive wishes to active plans. This is a sign of severe emotional distress that requires professional support.
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Professional Title:

Clinical Psychologist
An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.