Mr. Stefan J. Simanovich, LCSW

(He/him/his)

EMDRIA Certified Therapist™

EMDRIA Approved Consultant™

Online Therapy

About Me

Stefan is a certified EMDR therapist and EMDRIA-approved consultant who integrates multiple modalities including EMDR, clinical hypnotherapy, somatic practices, and parts therapy. His approach addresses physical, mental, emotional, and social/relational dimensions of trauma and well-being.
Stefan's professional background includes work as a school social worker, psychotherapist, and clinician in community mental health settings serving children and families. In 2019, he founded Transforward to create a space where people could explore authenticity and healing. The practice accepts private insurance and Medicaid.
Stefan has taught and presented at Yale University's Department of Psychiatry, legal settings, and community organizations. He provides both clinical services, consultation and forensic social work all with a holistic understanding.

Education & Experience

Stefan earned his Master's in Social Work from Columbia University and his bachelor's degree from NC State University. He is a licensed to practice clinical social work in North Carolina, Connecticut and New York and offers services in these states.

Specialty Area

  • ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Addictions
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol/Substance Abuse
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Family Issues
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Headaches/Migraines
  • Mood Disorders
  • Performance Enhancement
  • Phobias
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Dysfunction
  • Somatic Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress Management
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • BIPOC
  • Children (4-12)
  • Community Mental Health Center
  • Correctional Facility
  • Families
  • Group
  • Immigrants
  • Juvenile Correctional Facility
  • LGBTQ+
  • Seniors
  • Underserved

Language

  • English
  • Spanish

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Medicaid
  • Sliding Scale
  • UnitedHealth

NC Based insurances only