Narrative Therapists in Milford, DE

Thank you for your interest. My practice is NO longer taking new clients. My ideal client is one who shows up ready to do their work. They may not have clarity or insight about what should happen next, but they know that they want to feel better &/or have their lives function in a better way. That’s a client who makes my work easier. I know that they will match my efforts. My second ideal client is one who has had a not-so-good or effective therapeutic experience in their past, but they’re willing to try again.

Scott is a graduate of Widener University’s Master of Social Work Program. He also earned a graduate certificate from their Trauma Certificate Program, where he took a deeper dive into trauma informed theory and practice across a variety of settings. He is a Delaware native and also earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Delaware.He has direct experience working with a wide variety of age groups, where the focus was on anxiety, stress, depression, relationships, behavioral issues, anger, grief, trauma, and more. Scott’s focus is on a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a judgement-free environment.

Leighann Simmons is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the field of mental health. She takes great pride in being a witness to the healing process for individuals - ages 12 and up. Leighann specializes in bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal relationships, and life transitions. She is a queer, married mother and woman of color with lived experience managing the complexity of multiple identities. This, in combination with her professional training, allows her to see a person as a unique individual with their own identities and needs to nurture.

I see my clients as the unique individuals that they are and take a collaborative approach to the therapeutic relationship. I recognize my clients as the expert on their own experiences. In practice I take a humanistic approach to working with a range of concerns. I see adolescents ages 12 and up as well as adults. My practice style is person-centered and integrative oriented to best meet the needs of my clients. My training and experience is in trauma-informed, culturally responsive cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and narrative therapy,

I join clients who are struggling with anxiety, mood changes, and thoughts and behavior that disrupt their lives. Many of my clients feel removed from their lives and relationships, almost like they're watching as an outsider. My goal is to help clients feel happier, more in control, and more present in their lives. Let's start the conversation, what do you feel is holding you back?

Have you ever thought why is this happening to me? How can I work through these feelings to become a better me? Nobody understands me? In these unprecedented times, these feelings are not uncommon but it is imperative to learn healthy ways to adjust and adapt. I am a direct and compassionate therapist that provides a safe space for individuals of all orientations, cultures, backgrounds and identities. I work closely with the adolescent community as well as individuals presenting with depression, anxiety, stress, work/life balance, relationship issues, academic issues, grief and traumatic experiences.

I am a resident clinician who has worked in community mental health for more than 10 years in environments as varied as hospice care, juvenile group homes, sexual assault crisis support, and justice-involved individuals. I was raised in a working-class home in northern California and became involved in politics, environmental activism, and community organizing at a young age. These experiences complement my formal education in behavioral science and social work, focusing on clinical therapeutic applications with clients identifying with LGBTQ+, kink, ethical non-monogamy, and ‘geek’ culture.

Welcome & Hello! I'm excited to begin this journey alongside you, helping you reach your goals & find the path to your best self. Whether its overcoming trauma and abuse, addressing sexual difficulties or embracing your gender/sexual identity I am here to support you! My therapeutic approach revolves around you–your experiences, world, & aspirations. It's essential that you're not just heard, but truly seen. Every facet of your identity, and chapter of your life, I honor it all. My goal is to walk beside you as we uncover the challenges you face, equip you with practical tools, & craft a new narrative of strength & empowerment.

Lauren Emhe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Delaware, experienced in providing individual and family therapy services to adults, children, and adolescents dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationship dynamic challenges. Lauren completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Delaware and received her Masters in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania.

Accepting New Clients: I believe my clients are experts on themselves; sometimes they just need someone else to help them problem solve and listen. My Master of Education degree from Widener University, focuses on human sexuality, so my specialization is sex and relational therapy. However, I also work with individuals for concerns including anxiety, depression, and ADHD.

With 20+ years of experience and licensed in PA, DE, and CA, and along your journey, I am available as a fellow traveler for healing and seeking opportunity to explore your potential. I specialize in understanding and solving the life problems of the individual adult (18 and up) which may cause depression and anxiety and have developed a deep understanding of the pressures inherent in occupations that can fuel these conditions. I am interested in helping to identify and solve issues which cause life and relational problems and am invested in helping people resolve challenges also stemming from grief and loss. All clients welcome!

Hi there, and welcome! I'm really proud of you for taking the big first step in seeking help. You are not alone in your struggle. I am a therapist having a multicultural background; I grew up in Shanghai and have spent considerable time in Japan. I moved to the U.S. after high school and completed my undergraduate degree in California and my graduate training at the University of Pennsylvania. I possess firsthand experience as an immigrant and an astute cultural awareness that helps me to serve clients from many diverse backgrounds dealing with different life transitions. It's important to me that you feel seen and heard.

Azhar is a Masters Level Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She believes in second chances and that with support, every human being has the potential to bounce back from adversity. Azhar graduated from Temple University with a Bachelors degree in Recreation Therapy and a Masters degree in Social Work. She has over 14 years of experience working in mental health. She has worked in adult partial hospitalization programs, outpatient mental health programs and inpatient psychiatric hospital settings.

Joel Cutter is a passionate Licensed Therapist (LT) with 7 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Joel Cutter's experience allows him to understand the best ways to address each client’s needs in an effective manner. He is flexible in his approach and treats anxiety, stress, trauma, men's issues, family issues, teen issues, depression, personality disorders, and much more.

By exploring your options for compassionate mental health care, you are one step closer on your path towards healing. That takes courage, and can help you on your journey! We specialize in working with those who are struggling with all kinds of losses, but ALSO those with other mental health and relationship difficulties. We experience a sense of loss when someone or something, very dear to us, has been taken from our lives. In spite of what you may have learned, there is no one right way to feel, or to grieve! We experience different types of losses throughout our lives - and we know that every person's grief is unique