Stepping Stones Care BC LLC

Our Mission

“Stepping Stones Care BC exists to provide compassionate, ethical, and personalized mental health support, empowering individuals and families to build resilience, healing, and hope through every stage of life.”

We are providing Mental Health Services

All services provided are confidential and follow the ethical standards set by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice and the American Counseling Association.

Karla Cota, MS, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Arizona, Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the State of New Hampshire and the founder of Stepping Stones Care BC.

This practice uses HIPAA-compliant platforms, including  HIPAA compliant Note Taker, for secure documentation and optional session transcription. Client privacy is always a top priority.

Mental health services are not a substitute for emergency care. If you are experiencing a crisis, please call 911 or the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.

Languages

English, Spanish

Who We Are

Karla Cota, MS, LPC, CMHC

Great to meet you! I hold a Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in General Psychology from Grand Canyon University. For over eight years, I’ve worked with youth and adults in residential and rehabilitation settings, helping clients navigate challenges such as trauma, co-occurring disorders, and complex treatment needs.

My approach to therapy

My approach is client-centered and collaborative. I integrate evidence-based methods like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Structural and Strategic Family Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I have experience supporting clients with crisis intervention, healthy relationship dynamics, identity formation, forgiveness, anger management, and developing practical life skills for problem-solving and decision-making.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, you can expect a safe, supportive space where your voice matters. We’ll work together to build tools for managing stress, improving emotional well-being, and creating meaningful change. My goal is to help you gain insight, resilience, and confidence as you move

forward. If you’re ready to start this journey, I’d love to connect with you!

Languages

English, Spanish

Our Services - Mental Health Services

Our goal started with the belief that awareness motivates people to move forward by taking one step at the time. Stepping Stones Care BC wants to motivate people to learn skills, and develop more.

We are hoping to inspire and support others on their journey of growth and healing, while creating a purposeful business that aligns with their passion for helping people thrive mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

As part of our commitment to providing high-quality and organized care, this practice uses  HIPAA compliant Note Taker, a secure digital platform designed specifically for mental health professionals. Stepping Stones Care BC with:

  • Session notes and documentation

  • AI-powered transcription (when permitted)

  • Secure client information management

Languages

English, Spanish

Currently serve clients residing in New Hampshire and Arizona

Insurance accepted

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Point32 Healthcare, Quest Behavioral Health

Contact Us

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Languages

English, Spanish

Free Consultation

Schedule your free 15 minutes consultation to have a quick phone consultation before scheduling a session.