Vine & Branch Counseling

Christian Counseling for Women Struggling with Depression & Anxiety Related to Trauma and Life Transitions

Are you ready for more?

Are you feeling stuck under the weight of worry and anxiety? Often people wait to reach out until they feel depleted, burned out, resentful, and ashamed that they think this way. They are exhausted by anxiety, guilt, shame, and depression. Thoughts of “I’m not enough” and “I don’t matter” are too familiar. They try to silence their thoughts and emotions, keeping them stuck. They feel guilty for not being better, and the “shoulds” and “musts” leave them paralyzed.

Whether you’ve experienced lifelong worry or been through a life transition such as divorce, moving to college, pregnancy, or the death of a loved one, something is at the root of this pain. Or perhaps you’ve experienced trauma in your life that keeps you stuck.

It doesn’t have to be this way. There is hope, and you can find yourself again!

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You’ve circled this mountain too many times.

Let’s get to work and change the thinking that keeps you stuck. Perhaps you can see patterns and desire more for your life, but you’re unsure how to make those changes. The key ingredient is YOU, wanting to change! I am not your “let’s sit and talk about the problem for years” kind of girl. So if you’re ready, I am here to work with you and guide you through creating new thought patterns and lasting change!

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I Know How to Help

There is no issue too big or too small. If you feel stuck, there is a way out, and I’m here to help!

My specialties:

Racing thoughts
Fear
Worry
Anxiety
Sadness
Self-doubt
Low self-esteem
Negative self-talk
Numbing behaviors
Relationship issues
Trauma
Grief and Loss
Christian Counseling

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You Deserve More!

My mission is to help restore you to who God made you to be and reconnect with the most beautiful part of you. I would be humbled and honored to work with you!

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Meet Stephani McKee

M.S. PLMHP, NCC

My name is Stephani McKee. My journey to the field of counseling has taken several twists and turns. I began my career teaching elementary school. After having my children, I started a business and could work from home.

One of my roles in my business is to mentor and coach people personally. Over the years, I've found this to be one of the most rewarding aspects. I love hearing people's stories and walking alongside hurting people seeking more for their lives.

My faith is my anchor, and for the last 15 years, I have been intentionally seeking to grow my relationship with Jesus. Over and over, I felt in my heart that He was leading me to pursue the field of counseling. Each time a pastor or a speaker would ask, "If you could do anything with your life, what would it be?" The tug I felt in my heart was that I would be a therapist.

Our family experienced a personal encounter with trauma, which opened my eyes to the long-lasting consequences trauma can cause. As our family was healing, the call to the field of counseling continued to pull at my heart. I completed my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2022 at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. I am now provisionally licensed and beginning my practice with Vine & Branch Counseling.

My passion is helping people. I would love to meet and work with you!

Under the supervision of Vanessa Neuhaus, MS, LMFT, LIMHP

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