Stephana had her start in the cult classic Just One of the Guys at an early age. Within just a few short years she was off to New York starring in dozens of commercials, films and off broadway. Although the pilot that took her to the west coast didn't get picked up by a network, the move ultimately led to a more expansive craft and career in film making. Stephana was part of the ensemble cast in the long running play "Welcome Home Soldier" along side trusted teachers Robert Carnegie, Mark Pellegrino and Tony Savant. She says she advanced to a new level having been lucky enough to study extensively at reknowned Playhouse West School & Repertory Theatre where she was also a student of Jeff Goldblum.