Stephanie is a mythologist, writer, and teacher focusing on the multidisciplinary intersection of myth, religion, and women’s studies. She holds a doctorate in Mythological Studies emphasizing Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute and a certification in Spiritual Direction from Southern Methodist University‘s Perkins School of Theology. Stephanie has a diverse background, including corporate marketing, communications, and instructional design.

With a background in corporate marketing, communications, and instructional design, Stephanie brings a unique approach to mythological studies—bridging strategic insight with the transformative power of myth to empower personal and collective storytelling.

Currently, she serves as the Director of Operations for the Joseph Campbell Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to the study of myth, and is co-founder of the Fates and Graces, hosting webinars and workshops for the myth community. She is a regular contributor to the Foundation’s MythBlast essay series and is a co-author of Goddesses: A Skeleton Key Study Guide. 

“It is through the Goddess that you enter the world of the spirit.
She is the maze, and she is also your guide.”

Joseph Campbell
Stephanie’s teaching experience spans both live and online courses, including “Myth in Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale” at Roundtable by the 92nd Street Y, New York, and “Joseph Campbell: Myth & Storytelling as a Gateway to Psyche and Soul” at Pacifica Graduate Institute.

“Mythology tells us what it’s like to be human.”

Ginette Paris, PhD
Her journey from corporate marketing to full-time motherhood ignited her passion for mythological studies, and she aims to empower others by connecting their personal stories with archetypal patterns found in mythology. Through her writing, teaching, and speaking engagements, Stephanie offers transformative insights into the power of myth and storytelling, guiding individuals toward a deeper understanding of both personal and collective narratives.

Enjoy free webinar recordings, lecture snippets, and interviews for an introduction to mythological topics.

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Finding mythic meaning in the world around me

Excavating the Gifts of the Goddess

The Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey appears as one with the small rocky island on the coast of Normandy, France. With its spires pointing to the heavens, the buildings look as though they are floating on the waters. Read more…

Does the Hero Experience Burnout?

During a recent wellbeing fair, I attended a mental health workshop on preventing burnout. Surprisingly, I learned that over half of US employees express feelings of burnout, a startling enough trend that companies are working Read more…

Myths Have Baggage Too

Parenting teenagers is not for the faint of heart. As a mother of two, I try to keep my finger on the pulse of their current experience. Teen angst evolves with the challenges of each Read more…

Seeing in the Dark

The hermitage offers the seclusion required to hear one’s inner voice, a knowing that is often drowned out in the noise and bustle of daily life or, even worse, silenced by society’s enculturation. For people Read more…

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