Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Allentown, PA

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Robert M Gordon
Psychologist, ABPP, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Most therapists can help you manage your symptoms. I would appeal to very bright individuals who could appreciate the deeper insights that come from my many years of post-doctoral training, board certifications in Clinical Psychology and in Psychoanalysis, teaching doctoral students and post-docs advanced assessment and treatment, and having over 100 scholarly publications. Hear my TEDx talk by clicking on "website." I'm certified to provide services in most states.
Most therapists can help you manage your symptoms. I would appeal to very bright individuals who could appreciate the deeper insights that come from my many years of post-doctoral training, board certifications in Clinical Psychology and in Psychoanalysis, teaching doctoral students and post-docs advanced assessment and treatment, and having over 100 scholarly publications. Hear my TEDx talk by clicking on "website." I'm certified to provide services in most states.
(941) 205-7047 View (941) 205-7047
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Kelly Borich (Sheherhers)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, C, S, W
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104  (Online Only)
I feel grateful that I can combine my 20-year experience as an AMTA massage therapist with my certification in complex trauma to provide individualistic somatic interventions.
My door is open to clients needing a therapist who will get raw and real about lived experiences and co-create curiosity. Let's come up with those difficult questions you want to ask yourself. LGBTQIA+, you are affirmed here. I work with teens and adults. In my therapy space, we find the ways to feel safe and take down walls. I want my clients to feel the freedom of being uncensored and empowered. My door is open to those who want to connect to sensory and mental awareness and the unique values that allow you to live fully seen. Let’s find strength in honesty about behaviors, emotions, and thought patterns that make us all human.
I feel grateful that I can combine my 20-year experience as an AMTA massage therapist with my certification in complex trauma to provide individualistic somatic interventions.
My door is open to clients needing a therapist who will get raw and real about lived experiences and co-create curiosity. Let's come up with those difficult questions you want to ask yourself. LGBTQIA+, you are affirmed here. I work with teens and adults. In my therapy space, we find the ways to feel safe and take down walls. I want my clients to feel the freedom of being uncensored and empowered. My door is open to those who want to connect to sensory and mental awareness and the unique values that allow you to live fully seen. Let’s find strength in honesty about behaviors, emotions, and thought patterns that make us all human.
(272) 207-3216 View (272) 207-3216
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Andrew Romeo
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104
I use a trauma informed approach to create an atmosphere where you can feel safe and supported in exploring deeper parts of yourself and the things that really matter to you.
I strive to provide a reflective atmosphere to help individuals authentically engage deeper aspects of themselves. You might be feeling uncertain, worried, or hopeless as you navigate difficult life transitions or the complexities of relationships-perhaps ending or beginning an academic program, vocation, or intimate partnership. You might be processing the loss of a loved one, finding it difficult to connect with your partner, or struggling to find more meaning in your life. Changes like these often turn our world upside down. I will support you in reuniting with your inner self and feeling confident in the steps you take ahead.
I use a trauma informed approach to create an atmosphere where you can feel safe and supported in exploring deeper parts of yourself and the things that really matter to you.
I strive to provide a reflective atmosphere to help individuals authentically engage deeper aspects of themselves. You might be feeling uncertain, worried, or hopeless as you navigate difficult life transitions or the complexities of relationships-perhaps ending or beginning an academic program, vocation, or intimate partnership. You might be processing the loss of a loved one, finding it difficult to connect with your partner, or struggling to find more meaning in your life. Changes like these often turn our world upside down. I will support you in reuniting with your inner self and feeling confident in the steps you take ahead.
(610) 634-8898 View (610) 634-8898
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Alyssa Kull
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Tired of reading bios? I would be too, so I'll keep it short: I graduated from UPenn 10+ years ago with a Master's in Social Work. I have experience working in almost every setting you could imagine.
Tired of reading bios? I would be too, so I'll keep it short: I graduated from UPenn 10+ years ago with a Master's in Social Work. I have experience working in almost every setting you could imagine.
(484) 729-8056 View (484) 729-8056
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Dr. Megan Ingraham
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18101  (Online Only)
As a psychologist at Pewter Therapy Services, I work with clients to navigate concerns like unpacking unhelpful/negative self-talk and its roots in family dynamics, identity messages, and larger societal narratives; strengthening emotional regulation, expression, and understanding in the mind and body; exploring and strengthening relationships with friends, family, and romantic partners; and LGBTQIA+ concerns. These approaches come together to navigate symptoms of depression, anxiety, and trauma. I am also under supervision for the treatment of disordered eating and body image concerns, in coordination with healthcare providers.
As a psychologist at Pewter Therapy Services, I work with clients to navigate concerns like unpacking unhelpful/negative self-talk and its roots in family dynamics, identity messages, and larger societal narratives; strengthening emotional regulation, expression, and understanding in the mind and body; exploring and strengthening relationships with friends, family, and romantic partners; and LGBTQIA+ concerns. These approaches come together to navigate symptoms of depression, anxiety, and trauma. I am also under supervision for the treatment of disordered eating and body image concerns, in coordination with healthcare providers.
(484) 372-3582 View (484) 372-3582
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Tiffani M Young
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104  (Online Only)
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal and relationship issues, from adolescents to adults.
People seek therapy for a varying number of reasons. Do you feel your life is out of control or not where you want it to be? Do you struggle with life transitions or chronic stressors? Maybe you engage in behaviors that you wish you could change or need help learning skills in order to start living your best life. Therapy is a unique experience for everyone, and my goal is to meet you where you’re at on an individual level. Together we will work through your identified needs, in a space rooted in humor, acceptance, and warmth. I'm here to support your growth, healing, and exploration throughout our experience together.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal and relationship issues, from adolescents to adults.
People seek therapy for a varying number of reasons. Do you feel your life is out of control or not where you want it to be? Do you struggle with life transitions or chronic stressors? Maybe you engage in behaviors that you wish you could change or need help learning skills in order to start living your best life. Therapy is a unique experience for everyone, and my goal is to meet you where you’re at on an individual level. Together we will work through your identified needs, in a space rooted in humor, acceptance, and warmth. I'm here to support your growth, healing, and exploration throughout our experience together.
(610) 467-5427 View (610) 467-5427
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Katie Henson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103
I am trained and certified in trauma-therapy, have worked in numerous environments including educational, clinically based, child welfare, senior welfare and government.
The work I do is unique to each individual. Your life story is your own and finding a place to feel empowered, validated, challenged, and grown in healthy and supportive ways is waiting for you. By utilizing numerous modalities, approaches, techniques, and skills, I am able to offer you a place to reconnect with or discover your worth and value. I typically see individuals ages 16 and over as well as couples.
I am trained and certified in trauma-therapy, have worked in numerous environments including educational, clinically based, child welfare, senior welfare and government.
The work I do is unique to each individual. Your life story is your own and finding a place to feel empowered, validated, challenged, and grown in healthy and supportive ways is waiting for you. By utilizing numerous modalities, approaches, techniques, and skills, I am able to offer you a place to reconnect with or discover your worth and value. I typically see individuals ages 16 and over as well as couples.
(223) 332-4590 View (223) 332-4590
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Amber Karom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18101  (Online Only)
I pull from a Trauma-Informed, Person-Centered, and Strength-Based approach.
Sometimes we all need a little extra support. Life can be challenging, and having a safe space is vital to our overall wellness. My name is Amber Karom, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. As a mental health therapist, I will maintain a safe space for you. I understand how important a therapeutic relationship is, and I will work with you to identify your therapeutic goals. Together we will work on identifying areas of growth that you desire.
I pull from a Trauma-Informed, Person-Centered, and Strength-Based approach.
Sometimes we all need a little extra support. Life can be challenging, and having a safe space is vital to our overall wellness. My name is Amber Karom, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. As a mental health therapist, I will maintain a safe space for you. I understand how important a therapeutic relationship is, and I will work with you to identify your therapeutic goals. Together we will work on identifying areas of growth that you desire.
(484) 601-5322 View (484) 601-5322
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Arriba T. Walker At Grow Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103  (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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Eleanor Reiter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CFTP
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18106
Eleanor is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Family Trauma Professional, and Clinical Fellow of AAMFT.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you and your partner stuck in the same argument loop every night? Are you struggling with repairing relationships or healing after a traumatic event? Whether you’re struggling with marital or relationship issues, infidelity, anxiety, or depression, it is important that you know you don’t have to be alone in this journey. Together we can equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome your challenges and strengthen your personal relationships, marriage, and family relationships. Reach out and schedule a complimentary telephone consultation! (610-944-4327)
Eleanor is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Family Trauma Professional, and Clinical Fellow of AAMFT.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you and your partner stuck in the same argument loop every night? Are you struggling with repairing relationships or healing after a traumatic event? Whether you’re struggling with marital or relationship issues, infidelity, anxiety, or depression, it is important that you know you don’t have to be alone in this journey. Together we can equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome your challenges and strengthen your personal relationships, marriage, and family relationships. Reach out and schedule a complimentary telephone consultation! (610-944-4327)
(610) 944-4327 View (610) 944-4327
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Emily Stowe-Sorensen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18102  (Online Only)
I approach counseling through a trauma-informed lens, gently untying the knots that these experiences might have left behind.
As a counselor, I aim to provide you with a supportive space where you feel safe to be vulnerable and begin untangling the complexities of your emotions, thoughts, and experiences. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own story and has the tools for meaningful change. Sometimes, all it takes is a gentle nudge in the right direction, and that's where I step in. I’ll be your biggest cheerleader, using different techniques and creative approaches to customize each session. Whether it's focusing on wellness, understanding your thoughts, processing a specific event that has you stuck, or managing symptoms, I'm here to help.
I approach counseling through a trauma-informed lens, gently untying the knots that these experiences might have left behind.
As a counselor, I aim to provide you with a supportive space where you feel safe to be vulnerable and begin untangling the complexities of your emotions, thoughts, and experiences. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own story and has the tools for meaningful change. Sometimes, all it takes is a gentle nudge in the right direction, and that's where I step in. I’ll be your biggest cheerleader, using different techniques and creative approaches to customize each session. Whether it's focusing on wellness, understanding your thoughts, processing a specific event that has you stuck, or managing symptoms, I'm here to help.
(814) 679-3522 View (814) 679-3522
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Heather Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18101
Waitlist for new clients
Heather has diverse experience with specialization in anxiety,depression,sexual trauma, and adolescent issues.
Heather Evans has had diverse experience with children, adolescents, and adults. Using an eclectic, goal-directed approach with some emphasis on cognitive-behavioral techniques, she seeks to facilitate growth and change. She welcomes clients of all religions and backgrounds. Through individual, marriage and family therapy, the interventions are designed to provide emotional support, improve personal insight, and identify tools for daily living.
Heather has diverse experience with specialization in anxiety,depression,sexual trauma, and adolescent issues.
Heather Evans has had diverse experience with children, adolescents, and adults. Using an eclectic, goal-directed approach with some emphasis on cognitive-behavioral techniques, she seeks to facilitate growth and change. She welcomes clients of all religions and backgrounds. Through individual, marriage and family therapy, the interventions are designed to provide emotional support, improve personal insight, and identify tools for daily living.
(484) 546-4827 View (484) 546-4827
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Alla Budur, Psy.D.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Emotional pain is in the fabric of our existence. My approach is to work on gaining shared understanding of what makes your emotional pain unbearable, what creates and sustains obstacles to healing, and how these obstacles can be overcome.
Emotional pain is in the fabric of our existence. My approach is to work on gaining shared understanding of what makes your emotional pain unbearable, what creates and sustains obstacles to healing, and how these obstacles can be overcome.
(610) 248-9648 View (610) 248-9648
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William Schneller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
Not accepting new clients
You want to feel better. You want someone you can trust, who is experienced and well-qualified, to help you. Don't let your anxiety, depression or past experiences have control of your life. We can work together to change that. Unsure of your life path or in a transition, we can find the direction that fits you best. Our supportive relationship, new treatment approaches and brain-based therapies can help you feel better.
You want to feel better. You want someone you can trust, who is experienced and well-qualified, to help you. Don't let your anxiety, depression or past experiences have control of your life. We can work together to change that. Unsure of your life path or in a transition, we can find the direction that fits you best. Our supportive relationship, new treatment approaches and brain-based therapies can help you feel better.
(610) 467-9824 View (610) 467-9824
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Sonya Hamilton-Padilla
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CMRFTC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18106
I have over 17-years of expertise as a therapist working in capacities such as a Family-Based Therapist, Outpatient Therapist, and a Certified Marriage, Relationship & Family Trauma Coach. I am a warm, seasoned, and a compassionate healer. When experiencing trauma and everyday life struggles, we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed; these things cause our lives to spiral. No single approach is the right fit for everyone and I utilize a range of therapy modalities. I also provide Christian Counseling by request. I provide therapeutic coaching to clients who live outside the state of PA and to expats who are living abroad.
I have over 17-years of expertise as a therapist working in capacities such as a Family-Based Therapist, Outpatient Therapist, and a Certified Marriage, Relationship & Family Trauma Coach. I am a warm, seasoned, and a compassionate healer. When experiencing trauma and everyday life struggles, we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed; these things cause our lives to spiral. No single approach is the right fit for everyone and I utilize a range of therapy modalities. I also provide Christian Counseling by request. I provide therapeutic coaching to clients who live outside the state of PA and to expats who are living abroad.
(610) 859-4638 View (610) 859-4638
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Rena B Manela-Potzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC , PMH-C
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18109
My practice focuses on predominately all things included in women's mental health. Issues surrounding Pregnancy anxiety & Depression, Postpartum Mood & anxiety disorders, Pregnancy/Infancy grief & loss, Birth Trauma, NICU parenting, and infertility. The needs and the goals of my clients vary but the overall goal is to meet the individual's needs and strengthen their well-being. Therapy is tailored to the individual and their goals while obtaining support and learning new and effective skills and strategies.
My practice focuses on predominately all things included in women's mental health. Issues surrounding Pregnancy anxiety & Depression, Postpartum Mood & anxiety disorders, Pregnancy/Infancy grief & loss, Birth Trauma, NICU parenting, and infertility. The needs and the goals of my clients vary but the overall goal is to meet the individual's needs and strengthen their well-being. Therapy is tailored to the individual and their goals while obtaining support and learning new and effective skills and strategies.
(484) 209-1682 View (484) 209-1682
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Colleen Contrisciane
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
I work really well with young adults trying to figure out life, people straddling caring for young children while also caring for aging parents, and people of all ages struggling to recover from trauma and interpersonal abuse.
If you're looking for real, I have you covered! Congratulations on taking the brave dive into therapy and improving your life. I am excited about helping you reach your goals. My identity as a therapist is very much grounded in the many years I spent in education. I often see myself as an educator when working with clients, and I believe that helping you learn concrete skills and tools in therapy are at the core of what you need to heal and take good care of yourself. When you leave each session with me, you can expect to have a take away tool that you can start using immediately to positively impact your mental health.
I work really well with young adults trying to figure out life, people straddling caring for young children while also caring for aging parents, and people of all ages struggling to recover from trauma and interpersonal abuse.
If you're looking for real, I have you covered! Congratulations on taking the brave dive into therapy and improving your life. I am excited about helping you reach your goals. My identity as a therapist is very much grounded in the many years I spent in education. I often see myself as an educator when working with clients, and I believe that helping you learn concrete skills and tools in therapy are at the core of what you need to heal and take good care of yourself. When you leave each session with me, you can expect to have a take away tool that you can start using immediately to positively impact your mental health.
(484) 749-8103 View (484) 749-8103
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Angelina Daniela Power
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Angelina. I'm a licensed psychotherapist here to travel along the journey of self-growth and self-actualization with you. We have all done the best with the tools we have been given. My purpose is to highlight the skills and strengths that have helped you survive up until this point and build off those. By helping you turn towards the discomfort and pain with compassion you will find enrichment in your life and maximize your ability to thrive.
Hi there, I'm Angelina. I'm a licensed psychotherapist here to travel along the journey of self-growth and self-actualization with you. We have all done the best with the tools we have been given. My purpose is to highlight the skills and strengths that have helped you survive up until this point and build off those. By helping you turn towards the discomfort and pain with compassion you will find enrichment in your life and maximize your ability to thrive.
(215) 440-6608 View (215) 440-6608
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Kirsten Long
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Do you lay awake at night with an overwhelmed mind? I help with easing the mind. I am able to help you through past trauma and current trauma. I am able to help those experience compassion fatigue and burn out from work to home. I am passionate to help with relationship issues and use compassion and empathy. I am passionate about working with CBT to alleviate anxiety and overthinking. Together we can work on you being the best version of you!
Do you lay awake at night with an overwhelmed mind? I help with easing the mind. I am able to help you through past trauma and current trauma. I am able to help those experience compassion fatigue and burn out from work to home. I am passionate to help with relationship issues and use compassion and empathy. I am passionate about working with CBT to alleviate anxiety and overthinking. Together we can work on you being the best version of you!
(484) 209-1683 View (484) 209-1683
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Arti Maharaj
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18106  (Online Only)
My expertise spans various diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and more.
Greetings! In this practice, I provide a warm, non-judgmental therapeutic space dedicated to offering support. I believe in a client-led approach, empowering you to find your voice. Progress is celebrated in the small steps that accumulate into significant strides throughout the treatment journey. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy to everyone, specializing in providing support to the minority population and thriving in working with intercultural couples and families.
My expertise spans various diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and more.
Greetings! In this practice, I provide a warm, non-judgmental therapeutic space dedicated to offering support. I believe in a client-led approach, empowering you to find your voice. Progress is celebrated in the small steps that accumulate into significant strides throughout the treatment journey. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy to everyone, specializing in providing support to the minority population and thriving in working with intercultural couples and families.
(610) 233-1584 View (610) 233-1584
Trauma and PTSD Therapists

When should I seek treatment for trauma?

Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?

Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?

Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?

It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.