“And then my soul saw you and it kind of went, Oh, there you are. I’ve been looking for you” ~ Iain S. Thomas
Stephanie’s warm and welcoming personality shines through from the moment you meet her. A school counselor by day, Stephanie strives to make a difference in the lives of young people and their families. Her intention is to meet others where they are and create a safe, authentic space where they can feel heard, understood and cared for. As a wedding officiant she endeavors to do the same for every couple by learning about them and creating a ceremony that reflects their unique style and relationship. She truly loves sharing in this joyful time and helping guide couples through it.
“Stephanie from Love & Wisdom was just the best, start to finish. . . She was organized, responsive, and warm. On the day of the ceremony, she was flawless! We have received so many compliments on our ceremony and our officiant. It was filled with love, some humor, and totally representative of us as a couple. People kept asking us how we found her!” ~Heather P.
Stephanie has called Charlotte her home for the last 20 years, but she lived in many other places prior to moving to North Carolina. Born in upstate New York, she has also lived in Massachusetts and Florida, and then attended graduate school in California. Stephanie has experienced a lot of growth in her life by meeting and connecting with people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. This has given her a very open-minded outlook, as well as an appreciation for new experiences.
“The process with Stephanie was easy and communication was great. We were able to get exactly what we wanted for our wedding ceremony.” ~Hayley C.
Stephanie values her personal connection with God and believes in Love as the ultimate power. Raised in the Catholic Church, she realized as she reached adulthood that she didn’t identify with any specific affiliation. She is very accepting of other belief systems and backgrounds, and always looks for the common ground.
Stephanie enjoys spending time with her son and loved ones, traveling, finding new adventures, and attempting to balance mind, body, and spirit in life. She would be absolutely delighted to have the opportunity to create a wedding ceremony experience that you will cherish for years to come!
