Encounters was founded by Stephanie Partida LCSW, LCADC from a heart of service, and it is our intention that everyone who walks through our doors will have an encounter, find peace, happiness, and fulfillment, and become whole again. We understand that we can do nothing outside of Jesus. “Apart from me you can do nothing” (John 15:5). Therefore, we hope that you invite us to join you on your life’s journey. You are not alone. We aim to meet you where you are and be with you to support and empower you to obtain victory in your life.
At Encounters Counseling & Recovery our values serve as the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to providing a supportive and compassionate environment where individuals can heal, grow, and thrive.
"To empower individuals with healing, hope, and transformation through compassionate care and
faith-based guidance."
"Our mission is to empower individuals through emotional, mental, and spiritual healing, fostering resilience, hope, and transformation in a safe and supportive environment."
"Stephanie is a great therapist . I am so happy I found her. She came as a blessing to my life when I need her the most. I was a mess before my first therapy session and after the session finished I felt better like almost all my problems just became lighter and it was easier to breath and face my challenges. The atmosphere inside her office is cozy and there is something in there that brings peace to my soul."
"I love Encounters. Stephanie is the absolute best. They are compassionate, understanding and very helpful. I highly recommend encounters for any kind of therapy or counseling. They provide tools, worksheets and behavioral techniques. All the staff is very supportive."
"Encounters is an amazing place. The compassion of their therapists and interns is bar none. Stephanie, demonstrates such a wonderful heart for her clients and her ability to get to the root of the matter is a true skill and blessing. So glad I found her."
"Stephanie and her team are amazing. I had a very complicated situation with a family member and they went above and beyond to make sure we could get him the help he needed. I would recommend them 100000%. It’s been months dealing with this situation and it wasn’t until I started to work with the Encounters team that it felt like my concerns were finally being listened to and that real help was within reach. I cannot thank them enough."
"Stephanie is super awesome. She is very attentive and always has a good attitude. She gives me a safe space to communicate what I am going through without judgment, even when I keep repeating the same silly mistakes . When I first met her, she emphasized the spiritual approach to her healing practices, which fills me with hope. I enjoy being sober and don’t want a fall prey to temporary solutions. Thank you Stephanie! You’re the best."
"I had my 1st therapy session and group therapy on Wednesday, the experience was phenomenal. I have seen other therapist in the past, but none that were founded on Biblical truth like Encounters. As a grateful believer in Jesus Christ, Encounters is honestly an answer to my prayers. The office was very clean, had a peaceful vibe, and the staff was extremely friendly and very respectful❣️"
"I have struggled with my own personal battles since being young. Stephanie has empowered me to be a stronger individual. She not only will listen to me when I’m down, she helps rebuild me. She helped me with my faith, my relationships, and my own self esteem. I’m very blessed and grateful I was able to get the opportunity to even grow with the family at Encounters Counseling and Recovery."
"I have the best therapist ever. Her name is Stephanie. She has gotten me through the worst times of my life and helped me get through it all. If it wasn’t for Stephanie , I am not sure where I would be right now. She has a heart of gold and really cares about her clients. She comes hughly highly recommended. Thank you Stephanie for being the one I can rely on in desperate times. She has changed me for the better and I thank her for all that she has done."
"My experience at Encounters Counseling has been full of compassion and kindness. Stephanie is amazing, and I’m grateful to have the chance to learn more about myself each time. :)"
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