Therapists in West Chester, PA

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Jean Eljay
PhD, MS, MCT, CI, NLP
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
Do you struggle to fall asleep due to intense stress or anxiety? Is your lack of restful sleep affecting your career, relationships, and life? Dr. Jean Eljay - Creator of SnooZZeaZZy - can help you eliminate anxiety, stress, chronic pain, and sleep disorders. With thousands of clients counseled, 2000+ research studies initiated, a Doctorate in Medical Genetics and Master's in Molecular Biology from one of the top 3 ranked hospitals in the world by U.S. News and World Report, Dr. Jean Eljay is credited as a top professional in stress, anxiety, pain and sleep problem solutions.
Do you struggle to fall asleep due to intense stress or anxiety? Is your lack of restful sleep affecting your career, relationships, and life? Dr. Jean Eljay - Creator of SnooZZeaZZy - can help you eliminate anxiety, stress, chronic pain, and sleep disorders. With thousands of clients counseled, 2000+ research studies initiated, a Doctorate in Medical Genetics and Master's in Molecular Biology from one of the top 3 ranked hospitals in the world by U.S. News and World Report, Dr. Jean Eljay is credited as a top professional in stress, anxiety, pain and sleep problem solutions.
(484) 235-5688 View (484) 235-5688
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Elaine L Goldhammer
MD
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382
They are either stuck by recurring physical symptoms such as migraines, IBS, fatigue, or they are stuck by worry, anxiety, or habits, such as nail-biting or smoking.
I offer a safe, fast, and effective combination of hypnotherapy and life coaching to help every client gain relief from mental and physical suffering. Clients are often unsure why they stay stuck in anxiety cycles in their lives, or can't stay on track with their health or their goals. Hypnotherapy is a direct way to uncover the subconscious thought patterns and solve the problem at the source. Inner Freedom Therapy can be used in conjunction with traditional therapy. It works well as a turbo booster to more traditional therapy or as a stand-alone resolution to emotional suffering around life, body, and/or health.
They are either stuck by recurring physical symptoms such as migraines, IBS, fatigue, or they are stuck by worry, anxiety, or habits, such as nail-biting or smoking.
I offer a safe, fast, and effective combination of hypnotherapy and life coaching to help every client gain relief from mental and physical suffering. Clients are often unsure why they stay stuck in anxiety cycles in their lives, or can't stay on track with their health or their goals. Hypnotherapy is a direct way to uncover the subconscious thought patterns and solve the problem at the source. Inner Freedom Therapy can be used in conjunction with traditional therapy. It works well as a turbo booster to more traditional therapy or as a stand-alone resolution to emotional suffering around life, body, and/or health.
(610) 632-7857 View (610) 632-7857
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Camilla Coakley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382
You are here because you know something has got to change. Are you self-critical? Do you have that depleting sense of never feeling good enough? Do you hyperfocus on your flaws, fears, or what others may think of you? Have you "let yourself go"? Do you feel overwhelmed or exhausted? Are you wanting to feel calm, light, accomplished, and confident? Has traditional therapy left you feeling like something was missing? My expertise is in mind-body therapy which helps you to work through your old patterns and offers you concrete tools to help you make small, yet profound, changes that support and nourish both the mind and the body.
You are here because you know something has got to change. Are you self-critical? Do you have that depleting sense of never feeling good enough? Do you hyperfocus on your flaws, fears, or what others may think of you? Have you "let yourself go"? Do you feel overwhelmed or exhausted? Are you wanting to feel calm, light, accomplished, and confident? Has traditional therapy left you feeling like something was missing? My expertise is in mind-body therapy which helps you to work through your old patterns and offers you concrete tools to help you make small, yet profound, changes that support and nourish both the mind and the body.
(484) 209-5209 View (484) 209-5209
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Maria Christina Salomone Gabelberger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
Extensive experience with anxiety, relationships, trauma, career and college issues, depression and life transitions.
In my experience, inside every person there is a psychological center, like a ‘Light’ leading us to love, healing, joy and growth. In a deep place in each of us, it is always present, though sometimes hidden. Known by many different names and through many different senses - center, core, soul, real-self, heart or unconscious, it is wise and kind and delights to do no harm, and intends only good. We all have a longing to connect to this profound potential, goodness and love within ourselves, within others and in all. I enjoy supporting folks in their journey back to this connection.
Extensive experience with anxiety, relationships, trauma, career and college issues, depression and life transitions.
In my experience, inside every person there is a psychological center, like a ‘Light’ leading us to love, healing, joy and growth. In a deep place in each of us, it is always present, though sometimes hidden. Known by many different names and through many different senses - center, core, soul, real-self, heart or unconscious, it is wise and kind and delights to do no harm, and intends only good. We all have a longing to connect to this profound potential, goodness and love within ourselves, within others and in all. I enjoy supporting folks in their journey back to this connection.
(610) 915-8793 View (610) 915-8793
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Dr. Regina Marie Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382
Waitlist for new clients
The breadth of my work spans depression, anxiety, illness, chronic illness and grief.
In my work, I focus on the concept of hope. I find unique strengths within each individual and family. My clinical social work practice includes working with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and panic; acute and chronic illness; addiction -related stressors; grief; and relationship concerns. I focus on the therapeutic alliance and look for opportunities to build on clients' strengths while working to create deeper connections and meaning throughout the lifespan. I work to create a safe space to begin the process of change. I appreciate my clients’ commitment and investment to the work.
The breadth of my work spans depression, anxiety, illness, chronic illness and grief.
In my work, I focus on the concept of hope. I find unique strengths within each individual and family. My clinical social work practice includes working with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and panic; acute and chronic illness; addiction -related stressors; grief; and relationship concerns. I focus on the therapeutic alliance and look for opportunities to build on clients' strengths while working to create deeper connections and meaning throughout the lifespan. I work to create a safe space to begin the process of change. I appreciate my clients’ commitment and investment to the work.
(484) 801-4289 View (484) 801-4289
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Benjamin Lasner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
Specialties include anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, work issues, LGBTQIA+, intergenerational trauma, ADHD, bipolar, and motivation.
Benjamin (pronounced Ben-ya-meen) Lasner, LPC, NBCC, M.S.. He is compassionate, open, and committed to creating a therapeutic relationship where everyone feels safe and respected. Benjamin understands and values the perspectives of both sides of the therapeutic relationship and firmly believes that two individuals sitting in a room, and having a conversation, is one of the most powerful, healing events that can occur. Benjamin strives to make the therapeutic environment welcoming, giving you his full focus and attention. It is important to meet each client where they are in order to help them achieve their goals.
Specialties include anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, work issues, LGBTQIA+, intergenerational trauma, ADHD, bipolar, and motivation.
Benjamin (pronounced Ben-ya-meen) Lasner, LPC, NBCC, M.S.. He is compassionate, open, and committed to creating a therapeutic relationship where everyone feels safe and respected. Benjamin understands and values the perspectives of both sides of the therapeutic relationship and firmly believes that two individuals sitting in a room, and having a conversation, is one of the most powerful, healing events that can occur. Benjamin strives to make the therapeutic environment welcoming, giving you his full focus and attention. It is important to meet each client where they are in order to help them achieve their goals.
(610) 686-7502 View (610) 686-7502
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Dr. Arthur Dalton
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
After struggling with anxiety or depression for long enough, you may start to feel stuck. Anxiety and depression can make us think and act in ways that ironically leave us feeling even more anxious and depressed, creating a kind of "vicious cycle." Fortunately, advances in evidence-based therapies have given rise to interventions that can reliably interrupt this cycle, so you can stop struggling and start living.
After struggling with anxiety or depression for long enough, you may start to feel stuck. Anxiety and depression can make us think and act in ways that ironically leave us feeling even more anxious and depressed, creating a kind of "vicious cycle." Fortunately, advances in evidence-based therapies have given rise to interventions that can reliably interrupt this cycle, so you can stop struggling and start living.
(484) 749-0745 View (484) 749-0745
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Arriba T. Walker At Grow Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19382  (Online Only)
Are you ready to get out of the valley, step over those mountains, and press through those situations, obstacles, emotions, behaviors or past experiences that have been a barrier to reaching your success, goals and destiny? My name is Arriba Walker and I am the Founder of Trinity Professional Counseling & Development Services, and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I specialize in providing Trauma-Focused treatment to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, loss, dissociation and other symptoms that result from traumatic experiences.
Are you ready to get out of the valley, step over those mountains, and press through those situations, obstacles, emotions, behaviors or past experiences that have been a barrier to reaching your success, goals and destiny? My name is Arriba Walker and I am the Founder of Trinity Professional Counseling & Development Services, and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I specialize in providing Trauma-Focused treatment to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, loss, dissociation and other symptoms that result from traumatic experiences.
(412) 775-3701 View (412) 775-3701
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Aries M McGinnis
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19383  (Online Only)
With formal training in EMDR, Brainspotting, and DBT, I have a focus in trauma, anxiety, depression, and inter-personal relationships.
Telehealth Counseling and Coaching throughout the US. While working with people, I help them work through the process of engagement, healing, and growth. My initial approach is to see the greatness of a person. I work with people to help them see their own greatness noting that their behaviors do not define them. The behavior is unhealthy, not the person. Who a person is at the core is always great, healthy, and beautiful. As we pull apart maladaptive behaviors from the individual, I help people become actively engaged in their own therapeutic process beginning a journey of healing and growth.
With formal training in EMDR, Brainspotting, and DBT, I have a focus in trauma, anxiety, depression, and inter-personal relationships.
Telehealth Counseling and Coaching throughout the US. While working with people, I help them work through the process of engagement, healing, and growth. My initial approach is to see the greatness of a person. I work with people to help them see their own greatness noting that their behaviors do not define them. The behavior is unhealthy, not the person. Who a person is at the core is always great, healthy, and beautiful. As we pull apart maladaptive behaviors from the individual, I help people become actively engaged in their own therapeutic process beginning a journey of healing and growth.
(888) 689-6119 View (888) 689-6119
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Heather Tuckman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382
I specialize in helping people cope with challenging life transitions, especially as related to difficult emotional situations, physical health or medical conditions. Some transitions, such as the birth of a child, are joyous, but still trying. Other transitions, like diagnosis of an illness or disability, can be frightening, necessitating reevaluation of life choices and daily routines. It's common to feel overpowered by questions about the future, but you may need skilled help to face the big questions and work out manageable solutions. I can help you reduce anxiety, fear, anger, or depression, and move towards productivity, happiness, and acceptance.
I specialize in helping people cope with challenging life transitions, especially as related to difficult emotional situations, physical health or medical conditions. Some transitions, such as the birth of a child, are joyous, but still trying. Other transitions, like diagnosis of an illness or disability, can be frightening, necessitating reevaluation of life choices and daily routines. It's common to feel overpowered by questions about the future, but you may need skilled help to face the big questions and work out manageable solutions. I can help you reduce anxiety, fear, anger, or depression, and move towards productivity, happiness, and acceptance.
(610) 430-1430 View (610) 430-1430
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Elisa M. Taylor
Psychologist, PhD, CST
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
I also collaborate with individuals to address depression, anxiety, ADHD, and self-esteem issues.
Are you feeling disconnected or lonely in your relationship? Are you struggling to talk or feel heard by your partner? Do you miss the sexual relationship you used to have or are you struggling to create the sexual relationship you want? All couples go through challenges, but sometimes you end up feeling unseen or there is so much hurt/distrust. I work with couples and individuals to repair, reconnect, and rebuild the relationship by exploring relationship patterns from the families you grew up in, understanding how those patterns impact you individually and in the relationship, and helping you communicate on a deeper level.
I also collaborate with individuals to address depression, anxiety, ADHD, and self-esteem issues.
Are you feeling disconnected or lonely in your relationship? Are you struggling to talk or feel heard by your partner? Do you miss the sexual relationship you used to have or are you struggling to create the sexual relationship you want? All couples go through challenges, but sometimes you end up feeling unseen or there is so much hurt/distrust. I work with couples and individuals to repair, reconnect, and rebuild the relationship by exploring relationship patterns from the families you grew up in, understanding how those patterns impact you individually and in the relationship, and helping you communicate on a deeper level.
(484) 494-2926 View (484) 494-2926
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Rosemarie Collins Phd
PhD, APRN
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382  (Online Only)
Transform your life. Stop the struggle. Manage your stress, grief, anxiety, depression, loneliness and fear. Discover love, hope, peace, and inner strengths and resources to achieve the life you desire and deserve.
Transform your life. Stop the struggle. Manage your stress, grief, anxiety, depression, loneliness and fear. Discover love, hope, peace, and inner strengths and resources to achieve the life you desire and deserve.
(484) 416-8214 View (484) 416-8214
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AE Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
AE Wellness, LLC is a private for profit agency whos mission is to care for the whole person. We believe in a holistic approach, meeting the needs of a diverse population, with culturally sensitive treatment techniques. As practitioners we believe in meeting the individuals where they are at in their life, using strength based methods to empower our clients to recover.
AE Wellness, LLC is a private for profit agency whos mission is to care for the whole person. We believe in a holistic approach, meeting the needs of a diverse population, with culturally sensitive treatment techniques. As practitioners we believe in meeting the individuals where they are at in their life, using strength based methods to empower our clients to recover.
(484) 999-3298 View (484) 999-3298
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Allie Kochert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19382  (Online Only)
You’re feeling burned out like toast. You’re worn out with all the demands on you and wondering how to get back to feeling like yourself—resilient from the inside out. You crave peace again in your life, your work, your relationships.
You’re feeling burned out like toast. You’re worn out with all the demands on you and wondering how to get back to feeling like yourself—resilient from the inside out. You crave peace again in your life, your work, your relationships.
(717) 537-9858 View (717) 537-9858
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Maureen E Vita
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC/PA, LPAT/NJ
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
Certified in EMDR. Member of EMDRIA. I am accepting clients for EMDR therapy only. Accepting clients in PA/NJ. New Jersey is telehealth only.
Certified in EMDR. Member of EMDRIA. I am accepting clients for EMDR therapy only. Accepting clients in PA/NJ. New Jersey is telehealth only.
(484) 212-0205 View (484) 212-0205
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Sandra Emmanouilides
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19383
I am an empathic guide who will help you to challenge your limiting beliefs and find your voice. I love working with young adults and adults who are seeking to align with their values, be authentic, and trust their intuitive guidance and compass. Together we examine your patterns of relationship and thought and how early experiences may be impacting you today. By healing and processing past and current stressors, my clients learn how to trust themselves, protect themselves energetically, and develop coping skills that leave them feeling empowered and confident in meeting the world as it changes around them.
I am an empathic guide who will help you to challenge your limiting beliefs and find your voice. I love working with young adults and adults who are seeking to align with their values, be authentic, and trust their intuitive guidance and compass. Together we examine your patterns of relationship and thought and how early experiences may be impacting you today. By healing and processing past and current stressors, my clients learn how to trust themselves, protect themselves energetically, and develop coping skills that leave them feeling empowered and confident in meeting the world as it changes around them.
(484) 202-6172 View (484) 202-6172
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Suzanne R Benko
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
Thanks for taking the time to learn a little bit about me. I have over 30 years experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I've worked in a variety of settings, including private practice, public schools, colleges, and non-profit organizations. It's so important, in addition to education & credentials, for the therapist you choose to be a good fit for you in personality & style. I would be happy to provide you with a free phone consult to give you a sense of whether I am the therapist best suited to meet your needs.
Thanks for taking the time to learn a little bit about me. I have over 30 years experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I've worked in a variety of settings, including private practice, public schools, colleges, and non-profit organizations. It's so important, in addition to education & credentials, for the therapist you choose to be a good fit for you in personality & style. I would be happy to provide you with a free phone consult to give you a sense of whether I am the therapist best suited to meet your needs.
(484) 285-4320 View (484) 285-4320
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Momentum Counseling & Coaching LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19382
"Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tip toe if you must, but take the step." You always have the capacity to live your life to its fullest potential. The team at Momentum Counseling & Coaching work closely with their clients to help them uncover their authentic self and start living the life they deserve. We encourage our clients to draw on their strengths and talents, as well as to develop intuitiveness, support, daily structure and coping skills. Therapy in a supportive environment has the potential to heal and guide clients to long term changes.
"Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tip toe if you must, but take the step." You always have the capacity to live your life to its fullest potential. The team at Momentum Counseling & Coaching work closely with their clients to help them uncover their authentic self and start living the life they deserve. We encourage our clients to draw on their strengths and talents, as well as to develop intuitiveness, support, daily structure and coping skills. Therapy in a supportive environment has the potential to heal and guide clients to long term changes.
(610) 816-6111 View (610) 816-6111
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Meredith L Petruccelli
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP, LP
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382
Children, adolescents, young adults, and their families may require psychoeducational evaluation for many different reasons. Is your child struggling in school and you're wondering why? Does your child require testing for private school admission? Does your adolescent or young adult require an evaluation for accommodations on SAT, ACT, GRE, or other standardized testing? My goal with every client is to develop a full and complex profile of strengths and weaknesses through psychoeducational evaluation so that their families and schools may provide them with the support and enrichment that they need to meet their potential.
Children, adolescents, young adults, and their families may require psychoeducational evaluation for many different reasons. Is your child struggling in school and you're wondering why? Does your child require testing for private school admission? Does your adolescent or young adult require an evaluation for accommodations on SAT, ACT, GRE, or other standardized testing? My goal with every client is to develop a full and complex profile of strengths and weaknesses through psychoeducational evaluation so that their families and schools may provide them with the support and enrichment that they need to meet their potential.
(267) 647-1663 View (267) 647-1663
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Andrea Morganstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
Not accepting new clients
Current appt. availability on my website. People come to me because they are struggling and feel stuck. I specialize in working with adults and children/families who are challenged by anxiety, ADHD, or "Asperger's" but have experience with many different issues. My approach involves providing info about how the brain works, how to use it as your ally instead of an enemy, and how to find strength in the very things that challenge you. (ex: There are so many wonderful things about having ADHD!) I do this in the context of interpersonal relationships where we talk about things like identity and communication/conflict resolution skills.
Current appt. availability on my website. People come to me because they are struggling and feel stuck. I specialize in working with adults and children/families who are challenged by anxiety, ADHD, or "Asperger's" but have experience with many different issues. My approach involves providing info about how the brain works, how to use it as your ally instead of an enemy, and how to find strength in the very things that challenge you. (ex: There are so many wonderful things about having ADHD!) I do this in the context of interpersonal relationships where we talk about things like identity and communication/conflict resolution skills.
(610) 314-0799 View (610) 314-0799

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Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.