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Dr. Dorothy Gail Monteith
Counselor, LPC, EdD, MHS
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
I am EMDR trained and Mindfulness Play Therapy Based Family Therapy trained.
I work well with clients that want to add to their own improvement and are motivated to change. I want to help with this need, or their want to improve. I want to help how you feel, and make you feel more positive. I am a positive, caring, compassionate person and i I listen carefully, and want to help.
I am EMDR trained and Mindfulness Play Therapy Based Family Therapy trained.
I work well with clients that want to add to their own improvement and are motivated to change. I want to help with this need, or their want to improve. I want to help how you feel, and make you feel more positive. I am a positive, caring, compassionate person and i I listen carefully, and want to help.
(610) 347-5704 View (610) 347-5704
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Dustin N Kurtek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
Waitlist for new clients
Clinical approaches are grounded in cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, EMDR and mindfulness based approaches, while also being individualized, strength-based & eclectic to meet you and/or your family's needs.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, it is my goal in partnering with clients in navigating through life's twists and turns, being a guide towards a middle path of acceptance and change. My focus is to empower clients to transform coping strategies into skills of daily living, identify and release themselves from self-destructive patterns that led them to treatment, doing so in an environment that encourages growth and development.
Clinical approaches are grounded in cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, EMDR and mindfulness based approaches, while also being individualized, strength-based & eclectic to meet you and/or your family's needs.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, it is my goal in partnering with clients in navigating through life's twists and turns, being a guide towards a middle path of acceptance and change. My focus is to empower clients to transform coping strategies into skills of daily living, identify and release themselves from self-destructive patterns that led them to treatment, doing so in an environment that encourages growth and development.
(570) 541-4511 View (570) 541-4511
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Kathy Devries
Counselor, MBA, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a researched based approach which helps clients who have experienced adverse events or trauma.
We provide compassionate counseling care which is rooted in research proven methods as well as a Christian world view. In therapy we help you design a plan which will help you heal from past hurts, build better relationships, set boundaries, and celebrate your gifts and talents. We check in regularly to make sure you feel heard and are getting what you need from counseling.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a researched based approach which helps clients who have experienced adverse events or trauma.
We provide compassionate counseling care which is rooted in research proven methods as well as a Christian world view. In therapy we help you design a plan which will help you heal from past hurts, build better relationships, set boundaries, and celebrate your gifts and talents. We check in regularly to make sure you feel heard and are getting what you need from counseling.
(484) 270-4159 View (484) 270-4159
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Lori Valentino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19372
My therapeutic framework is influenced by Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Relational Life Therapy (RLT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Polyvagal theory, Attachment theory, and the transformative ​power of Nonviolent Communication (NVC).
I am a licensed psychotherapist and wellness advocate who believes in focusing on the mind-body connection for a holistic approach to healing. I am committed to creating collaborative spaces ​where people feel seen, heard, and valued. My therapeutic approach integrates contemporary psychology and Eastern spirituality. My style is warm and focused on offering a compassionate presence. I practice from a strengths-based perspective and believe in every individual’s ability to heal, grow, transform, and thrive.
My therapeutic framework is influenced by Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Relational Life Therapy (RLT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Polyvagal theory, Attachment theory, and the transformative ​power of Nonviolent Communication (NVC).
I am a licensed psychotherapist and wellness advocate who believes in focusing on the mind-body connection for a holistic approach to healing. I am committed to creating collaborative spaces ​where people feel seen, heard, and valued. My therapeutic approach integrates contemporary psychology and Eastern spirituality. My style is warm and focused on offering a compassionate presence. I practice from a strengths-based perspective and believe in every individual’s ability to heal, grow, transform, and thrive.
(484) 388-4344 View (484) 388-4344
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Megan Carlson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
Do you feel stuck and want to move forward into a life you love? I will help you on your journey to increase your self-understanding, learn new skills, and heal from past hurts. I specialize in trauma and use advanced techniques such as EMDR to help you process through your trauma and past hurts so that they stop negatively affecting you. If your thoughts or emotions are holding you back, I can teach you CBT and DBT skills to better manage them and help you regain control to lead you to a happier life.
Do you feel stuck and want to move forward into a life you love? I will help you on your journey to increase your self-understanding, learn new skills, and heal from past hurts. I specialize in trauma and use advanced techniques such as EMDR to help you process through your trauma and past hurts so that they stop negatively affecting you. If your thoughts or emotions are holding you back, I can teach you CBT and DBT skills to better manage them and help you regain control to lead you to a happier life.
(484) 282-1822 View (484) 282-1822
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Maegon Crader
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
From play therapy & activity-based therapy to sandtray therapy & EMDR, I adapt my methods to suit individual needs.
Are you or your child going through a challenging time due to a difficult experience? It's not uncommon to feel stuck in intense emotions like anxiety, fear, anger, or sadness. Seeking a bit of extra support can make a significant difference in helping you or your child not just cope but thrive. We all desire a way forward, a path to navigate through these often overwhelming feelings. Whether it's a recent traumatic event or past issues that persistently resurface, various therapeutic approaches are available to guide you on this journey.
From play therapy & activity-based therapy to sandtray therapy & EMDR, I adapt my methods to suit individual needs.
Are you or your child going through a challenging time due to a difficult experience? It's not uncommon to feel stuck in intense emotions like anxiety, fear, anger, or sadness. Seeking a bit of extra support can make a significant difference in helping you or your child not just cope but thrive. We all desire a way forward, a path to navigate through these often overwhelming feelings. Whether it's a recent traumatic event or past issues that persistently resurface, various therapeutic approaches are available to guide you on this journey.
(484) 292-2480 View (484) 292-2480
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Zachary D. Miers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
Thank you for your interest, I'm here to help with any challenges you may be facing. My name is Zach Miers. I am Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the State of PA. I am a trauma specialist, utilizing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to reduce the symptoms of PTSD and other stress related disorders. I also specialize in the treatment of mental health issues that co-occur with substance use/ alcohol use disorders and family system issues using Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Ecosystemic Structural Family Systems Therapy (ESFT). Improve your life today!
Thank you for your interest, I'm here to help with any challenges you may be facing. My name is Zach Miers. I am Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the State of PA. I am a trauma specialist, utilizing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to reduce the symptoms of PTSD and other stress related disorders. I also specialize in the treatment of mental health issues that co-occur with substance use/ alcohol use disorders and family system issues using Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Ecosystemic Structural Family Systems Therapy (ESFT). Improve your life today!
(484) 559-6815 View (484) 559-6815
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Caitlyn Proctor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
I also utilize a technique called EMDR that helps facilitate your brain's natural healing to reprocess difficult memories and feelings.
Anxious, stressed, hot mess? Your emotions have felt too overwhelming to acknowledge, so you try to ignore them, but they spill over into your daily life. You become activated and have difficulty managing those emotions when they come to the surface. Negative thoughts pop into your head and you spiral, believing your inner critic's every word. But you're ready to break free from the old story. If you're feeling the ripple effects of your past, or struggle to show up in the present, I know how to help! I specialize in helping teen, young adult and adult women gain their confidence, find their voice, and feel empowered in their lives.
I also utilize a technique called EMDR that helps facilitate your brain's natural healing to reprocess difficult memories and feelings.
Anxious, stressed, hot mess? Your emotions have felt too overwhelming to acknowledge, so you try to ignore them, but they spill over into your daily life. You become activated and have difficulty managing those emotions when they come to the surface. Negative thoughts pop into your head and you spiral, believing your inner critic's every word. But you're ready to break free from the old story. If you're feeling the ripple effects of your past, or struggle to show up in the present, I know how to help! I specialize in helping teen, young adult and adult women gain their confidence, find their voice, and feel empowered in their lives.
(610) 795-9654 View (610) 795-9654
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Kelly Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Some of my clinical experience includes: trauma work and healing (with EMDR as an option), addiction recovery support, depression and/or anxiety combining mind and body work in treatment, working with teens and children on emotional regulation while building skills that will develop intrinsic self worth, and examining thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in interpersonal relations.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Some of my clinical experience includes: trauma work and healing (with EMDR as an option), addiction recovery support, depression and/or anxiety combining mind and body work in treatment, working with teens and children on emotional regulation while building skills that will develop intrinsic self worth, and examining thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in interpersonal relations.
(610) 850-0517 View (610) 850-0517
Photo of Lisa L Broadrup, Licensed Professional Counselor in Downingtown, PA
Lisa L Broadrup
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
I am an EMDR trained clinician.
Hi! My name is Lisa Broadrup. During my 25+ years in the field of mental health, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of settings. Many times, clients initially come in because they are in desperate need of relief from their pain and suffering. Yes, therapy can and often does help relieve pain, but it can also help clients explore issues that are effecting their overall quality of life. Over the years I have witnessed the strength and resilience of the human spirit as clients have demonstrated again and again that they can make gains that they did not think possible.
I am an EMDR trained clinician.
Hi! My name is Lisa Broadrup. During my 25+ years in the field of mental health, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of settings. Many times, clients initially come in because they are in desperate need of relief from their pain and suffering. Yes, therapy can and often does help relieve pain, but it can also help clients explore issues that are effecting their overall quality of life. Over the years I have witnessed the strength and resilience of the human spirit as clients have demonstrated again and again that they can make gains that they did not think possible.
(484) 696-1446 View (484) 696-1446
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Emily Fries
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
I have a passion for helping people learn to navigate through life's challenges. My main goal in counseling is to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for people to speak freely and learn more about themselves. I don’t believe there is "one size fits all" approach to therapy and I pull from various theories and therapeutic interventions to create change and growth in each client.
I have a passion for helping people learn to navigate through life's challenges. My main goal in counseling is to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for people to speak freely and learn more about themselves. I don’t believe there is "one size fits all" approach to therapy and I pull from various theories and therapeutic interventions to create change and growth in each client.
(610) 795-9291 View (610) 795-9291
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Jessica DiIenno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
Are you looking for a therapist for your child or adolescent because they seem down, anxious, or having trouble managing relationships or stress? Being a kid right now is so challenging, and having additional support from a therapist can be invaluable! Maybe you are looking for help for yourself. Maybe you are a parent struggling in that role. Or, maybe you are trying to heal your own wounds from experiences you had early on in life. Maybe you'd like to heal so you can feel better, more present, and less anxious in your here and now.
Are you looking for a therapist for your child or adolescent because they seem down, anxious, or having trouble managing relationships or stress? Being a kid right now is so challenging, and having additional support from a therapist can be invaluable! Maybe you are looking for help for yourself. Maybe you are a parent struggling in that role. Or, maybe you are trying to heal your own wounds from experiences you had early on in life. Maybe you'd like to heal so you can feel better, more present, and less anxious in your here and now.
(610) 595-5170 View (610) 595-5170
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Rebecca Weidler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LBS, LPC
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335  (Online Only)
No matter what life brings you, treatment can bring you "home." All walks of life and all experiences are unique, so your treatment will be tailored to fit for you. Direction, support, guidance and healing available now.
No matter what life brings you, treatment can bring you "home." All walks of life and all experiences are unique, so your treatment will be tailored to fit for you. Direction, support, guidance and healing available now.
(484) 207-5572 View (484) 207-5572
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Lisa McCartney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
I can offer you clincial counseling using methods such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, to help you overcome present triggers connected to past trauma(s) in your life. This is a wholistic approach, offering an opportunity for deeper healing and a renewed outlook on your life.
I can offer you clincial counseling using methods such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, to help you overcome present triggers connected to past trauma(s) in your life. This is a wholistic approach, offering an opportunity for deeper healing and a renewed outlook on your life.
(484) 228-7459 View (484) 228-7459
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Karen M Snyder
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
Having spent over 25 years in the corporate sector, I understand the pressures facing individuals as they struggle to balance life and work. Anxiety, depression, and overwhelm can result from being out of balance in body, mind, and spirit. These issues may also arise from old wounds going back years or even decades. If you feel like life is too much and want to find a healthier path forward, we can work together to help you find relief and make better decisions. I invite you to come and find healing and peace in your life.
Having spent over 25 years in the corporate sector, I understand the pressures facing individuals as they struggle to balance life and work. Anxiety, depression, and overwhelm can result from being out of balance in body, mind, and spirit. These issues may also arise from old wounds going back years or even decades. If you feel like life is too much and want to find a healthier path forward, we can work together to help you find relief and make better decisions. I invite you to come and find healing and peace in your life.
(484) 559-7812 View (484) 559-7812
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Dr. Bill Morgan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
As a psychologist, counselor, and evaluator, I look at sessions as a collaborative process. Together we work towards making the changes my clients desire so that they experience more contentment, peace, satisfaction and success. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that helps people learn skills that last a lifetime. I am a licensed psychologist with over twenty years experience as a counselor, therapist, and diagnostician, and am active in training therapists.
As a psychologist, counselor, and evaluator, I look at sessions as a collaborative process. Together we work towards making the changes my clients desire so that they experience more contentment, peace, satisfaction and success. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that helps people learn skills that last a lifetime. I am a licensed psychologist with over twenty years experience as a counselor, therapist, and diagnostician, and am active in training therapists.
(610) 644-8182 View (610) 644-8182
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Nancy Mitchell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335  (Online Only)
Are you OK? So many of us are experiencing anxiety, depression, or loneliness. Some of us feel stuck in our careers or lost in destructive patterns in our relationships. Perhaps you’re still grieving a lost loved one and feeling as though the hole in your heart will never heal – or maybe some trauma in your past has you trapped in a cycle of unwanted or unhealthy thoughts or behaviors. There is hope! We were designed to heal, and healing often takes place within safe relationships and connections with others. Therapy provides that safe relationship where real change can occur.
Are you OK? So many of us are experiencing anxiety, depression, or loneliness. Some of us feel stuck in our careers or lost in destructive patterns in our relationships. Perhaps you’re still grieving a lost loved one and feeling as though the hole in your heart will never heal – or maybe some trauma in your past has you trapped in a cycle of unwanted or unhealthy thoughts or behaviors. There is hope! We were designed to heal, and healing often takes place within safe relationships and connections with others. Therapy provides that safe relationship where real change can occur.
(610) 269-2661 View (610) 269-2661
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Jeffrey Bernstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
I believe that the ability to calm down and solve problems are two of the most crucial skills for success in life! Over the past thirty plus years I have had the honor of having many people from many different backgrounds share their stories of life's victories, challenges, and pain with me. Most individuals have both obvious and hidden strengths that can be called up to help them to move past obstacles. I feel skilled about being able to create the emotional safety for people to truly discover and tap in to their own resources. As clients then learn and become empowered with strong, coping skills, exciting postive changes happen!
I believe that the ability to calm down and solve problems are two of the most crucial skills for success in life! Over the past thirty plus years I have had the honor of having many people from many different backgrounds share their stories of life's victories, challenges, and pain with me. Most individuals have both obvious and hidden strengths that can be called up to help them to move past obstacles. I feel skilled about being able to create the emotional safety for people to truly discover and tap in to their own resources. As clients then learn and become empowered with strong, coping skills, exciting postive changes happen!
(610) 915-8984 View (610) 915-8984
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Shelby Riley, LMFT and Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed? Are your intimate relationships not what you hoped they would be? Are you worried about your children's behavior or social skills? There are times in everyone's life when help from a professional can make all the difference. Therapy starts with an effort to get to know you and your concerns. We then work together to create clear goals and form a plan that fits for you.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed? Are your intimate relationships not what you hoped they would be? Are you worried about your children's behavior or social skills? There are times in everyone's life when help from a professional can make all the difference. Therapy starts with an effort to get to know you and your concerns. We then work together to create clear goals and form a plan that fits for you.
(484) 257-9600 View (484) 257-9600
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Christopher Willson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
Now accepting clients for individual and group therapy! Whether you are looking to process the past, change the present, or prepare for the future, I would be honored to help you on your journey. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults for over 15 years, focussing on reducing anxiety, building self esteem, and finding motivation to build the life you deserve.
Now accepting clients for individual and group therapy! Whether you are looking to process the past, change the present, or prepare for the future, I would be honored to help you on your journey. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults for over 15 years, focussing on reducing anxiety, building self esteem, and finding motivation to build the life you deserve.
(215) 274-0172 View (215) 274-0172

EMDR Therapists

Who is EMDR for?

EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.

Why do people need EMDR?

People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.

What problems does EMDR treat?

First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.

What happens in EMDR therapy?

First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.