Therapists in Bethlehem, PA

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in holistic health and energy healing.

Hi there, glad to see you taking the first step towards finding a therapist. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of NJ and PA. I am also a telehealth provider in the state of Florida. I am a certified Trauma-Focused CBT therapist and a certified EMDR therapist. I have worked as an outpatient and inpatient therapist, assisting individuals with the process of transitioning back to an independent life. I also have worked as a family-based therapist for over two years and have helped families heal and reconnect with each other by using appropriate interventions and cultural awareness.

I know how infuriating it can be to find a therapist you can connect with, as I have personally fired 6 out of 7 of my own therapists. It’s important to note that I’m not your “typical therapist” (I dye my hair bright colors, will curse with you during sessions, and actively compete in powerlifting).

Hi, and welcome! Whether you are reaching out to find support in dealing with stress, anxiety, life transitions, or difficult relationships, I am here to help! I can offer a supportive, & non-judgmental space for us to explore the current presenting issues, and work through the root cause of more complex issues. Much of my work is defined by assisting clients in experiencing positive change in their lives, in whatever form that may look like. My goal in working with you is to assist in your healing journey, and provide the resources and tools needed to be your authentic self, and foster change.

As noted by the award-winning nationally and regionally recognized correspondent, television and radio host Jim Masters (of PBS and Close-Up Talk Radio), "effective therapy requires a combination of compassion, skill set and education level, as well as a safe environment in order for clients to share their feelings", and "nowhere is that more true" than with Bill Dougherty. Furthermore, Jim points out that Dougherty "provides a client-centered approach....and I love when I hear that phrase, client-centered ....its all about you, its not one size fits all, it's tailored to you..."

The first step in solving a problem is understanding what causes it. In essence, the ways we see and understand life, relationships, and our place in life get in the way of achieving our goals. I see angst, anxiety, and depression, among other human experiences of suffering, as the language the human soul uses to ask for help for a way out of past or present pain beyond relationships, ways of being, etc.

Mengyuan Wang is a Resident Clinician who has 2 years of experience interning and working in the mental health field. She is experienced in cultivating self-compassion and increasing psychological flexibility in her clients. Mengyuan specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, anger issues, and major life transitions.

I feel that the bravest thing anyone can do is begin to understand their own story and as your therapist, I’m here to help. Let’s celebrate taking that first step in sorting out and making sense of your thoughts and feelings together. Sometimes our perception of therapy is stuffy, one-sided or that we cannot be our true selves during a session. I can assure you that’s not how our time together will be spent. You have my promise to feel heard, able to engage freely, be genuine, and feel relaxed in a nonjudgmental safe space to help you feel empowered enough to cope with whatever life throws you.

Sometimes life can seem overwhelming. My goal is to listen, understand and assist you on your journey through life. Together we will decide your direction ... creating boundaries, building bridges, and experiencing all life has to offer, while laying to rest negative and painful habits.

I practice EMDR as a complete therapy. What does this mean for you? Through the process of therapy your brain and nervous system can get out of the feedback loop it’s been stuck in from relational patterns, traumas, and roadblocks and you can form the responses that you desire! As a therapist, I’m goal directed, intentional, creative, and warm. Outside of the therapy room—I’m wife, and mom to three tiny humans. I enjoy time with family and friends, working out, DIY projects, and time in my church community. I’ve been a therapist for over 7 years and love walking with clients through the journey of therapy.

I believe everyone can benefit from therapeutic intervention, learning new coping skills, and changing unhealthy thought patterns. As a Licenced Professional Counselor I'm here to help you set goals and work to achieve them in a no-pressure, non-judgmental, safe environment. I have a calm, intuitive, and honest approach that allows you to work toward becoming the best version of yourself.

Kimberly Woodling is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who utilizes insight and emotion-oriented approaches to assist patients experiencing various psychological and social challenges. Kim believes that breakthroughs and enhancements to overall relational, emotional, behavioral, and cognitive functioning will occur as a person increases their self-awareness, and acquaints themselves with their full range emotions, contradictory feelings, interpersonal patterns, and defenses. She helps her patients scratch beneath their surface to explore unmet expectations, and unproductive patterns of behavior that keep them stuck and unsatisfied. Kim views the therapeutic process as a personal "journey" and places a strong emphasis on developing a trusting relationship with her patients, which she deems as vital to growth and symptom reduction. Kim believes in every person’s ability to live successful, fulfilling lives. Her sessions are laid back, relaxed, and she can assist patients in finding the humor or silver lining in difficult situations. She is passionate about empowering individuals, and helping them recognize their own strengths and abilities to cope with stress and challenges.

Not currently accepting new patients. I have been helping individuals and couples address anxiety, depression, infidelity, and trauma for nearly six years. My training as a marriage and family therapist allows me to assess and treat your problems through a systemic lens getting at the heart of the problems in your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions while improving your connections with others in your life.

“Why Now”? and “What has happened”? are the ways my first session begins with a new patient. This patient is ready to begin their story. A favorite story I often reference in my work, filled with metaphors and twists and turns, is The Wizard of Oz. At the end of the story Dorothy discovers that she has always had the power to return home to Kansas. However, the power was hidden from her and she did not know how to access or utilize it. I am not the helpful Glinda, but I do collaboratively assist my patients to define and achieve their goals by optimizing their hidden strengths and skills.

Having dedicated years to the field of mental health, I have had the privilege of guiding individuals and families towards achieving improved mental and emotional well-being. I focus on engaging children, adolescents, and their caregivers in a collaborative process. I am passionate about tailoring activities that promote cognitive skills, relationship coaching, competency development, and Brain-Based Learning.

I have experience with various clients from diverse backgrounds across a multitude of different settings. I have experience within child welfare, hospital, community mental health, and school settings. I primarily work with children/adolescents, adults, and families. I have a client-centered, solution focused approach to my practice. I assist clients to make positive life changes in order to keep moving forward towards life goals.

I approach everyone as the expert and historian of their life. We will collaborate and construct a roadmap to the goals you want to achieve in counseling. My Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology gives me the education in different therapeutic models and we can decide what would work best for you.

I started working in the Lehigh Valley in 1979 after post-doctoral training in marriage and family therapy. My focus now is on helping people age through their senior years with creativity and grace, using writing, visual images, and a psychological and spiritual method called SoulCollage®. I assist people going through transitions in their lives as well as those who are stuck. My ideal client is between the ages of 40 and 80+, who is eager to learn about him/her self and move ahead with insight and wisdom. I also work with couples at all stages and writing memoirs.

Christin Wagner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 6 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping others on their journey through healing to thrive in a way that resonates with the client. Christin specializes in trauma, anxiety, addiction, and depression. Professionally, she has worked in a variety of care areas including inpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient treatment. All of this experience enables Christin to better understand the unique needs of any individual, to provide the necessary support, and connect to resources one may need in the course of healing.