Marriage Counseling Therapists in Tatamy, PA

I use a personalized approach to help individuals and couples address their struggles and find the strength to heal. Working from over 20 years experience in the field has allowed me to develop an effective counseling style that my clients find welcoming, supportive and empowering. Let's work together to figure out what brought you to seek help, what barriers have been standing between you and happiness, and how to overcome them effectively.

My focus is helping individuals overcome anxiety and mood disorders, and I enjoy helping people find spiritual solutions for their pain, fears and losses. I also instruct individuals in Mindfulness Meditation to help deal with pain, stress and illness. I find this work extremely satisfying because of the growth that it promotes for the client. I am proficient working with both individuals and couples - I help couples to build better connections with each other and resolve conflict.

I strive to help others work through their personal life challenges, and help them find peace, restore hope, and strengthen their resolve. As a Professional Counselor, my goal is to create a safe and therapeutic environment which encourages change, healing, and transformation. I have counseling experience working with anxiety, depression, stress and anger management, life transitions, family issues, personal crisis, and loss and grief. I work with couples on marital or pre-marital issues.

My name is Josie Villamar; God has blessed me with a great husband and a beautiful family. I am an active member of my church, and I enjoy having quality time with my loved ones. I love people; cooking, reading, traveling, and I enjoy the wonders of God's nature and outside activities. I have been practicing for many years, and my education background includes a Doctorate degree in Christian Counseling, a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, a State certification as a Licensed Professional Counselor, and specialization and extensive training in Functional Family Therapy Approach.

Let's face it- modern life is hard. We've got every convenience at our fingertips, yet many of us are more lonely, anxious and overwhelmed than before. If you are struggling with any of these issues, you are not alone. Despite what many of us were taught, as human beings, we aren't meant to deal with these issues alone. My therapeutic approach is a collaborative one, where we approach therapy knowing you are the expert on your life. Together, we will explore the deeper meaning behind your experiences, address painful thoughts and feelings, and build a life that highlights your strengths and reflects what is important to you.

Are you seeking treatment, but finding it very difficult? The decision to seek treatment is often very difficult, yet a necessary choice. For the last 28 years I have been providing a non-judgmental arena to work on a variety of issues to include but not limited to addiction, anger, gambling, co-occurring disorders, behavioral concerns, depression and anxiety.

Hey there, I'm Tylynn, your straight-shooting therapist! Empathy? Check. Holding you accountable? Double check. Bring your real self to the table, and I'll match it—I curse and use humor in sessions! I am all about bringing reality to therapy. I specialize in life's tough stuff, you know, those curve balls life throws at you—trauma/PTSD, cultural pressures, postpartum blues, anxiety, and depression. It won't be a cakewalk, but trust me, it's worth it, and you've got me in your corner!

My practice offers treatment that is individually created for your specific needs and issues. I am devoted to creating a safe and caring environment to support your emotional, physical, spiritual and psychological well-being. I focus on guiding individuals toward health and healing using modern clinical practice, holistic therapeutic approaches, mindfulness and mind/body techniques. Our model is based on a functional medicine approach which seeks to identify and address the root causes of psychological conditions and medical illnesses using a strength-based approach that treats the whole person, not a collection of symptoms.

True change comes from within, I believe that no one should have to figure out life alone. I help individuals live to their full God-given potential. If you are tired of living in a rut of disappointments and the desperation of not knowing how to move beyond the circumstances you find yourself in, reach out to me. If you are struggling with setting healthy boundaries, anxiety, depression, ADHD-related lack of focus or organization, making poor choices, and unhealthy patterns toward relationships, or find yourself distant from God, reach out to me. I am fully bilingual in English and Spanish and I want to walk alongside you.

As an inclusive clinician, I have connected with hundreds of clients to help them focus on their most important goals. A common goal for all individuals is to be happy and increase their well-being. I use hands-on activities incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, somatic experiencing, expressive arts, and Brainspotting. I love counseling and incorporating mind-body interventions to assist clients in rediscovering strengths and aligning their minds, body, and energy.

Reaching out to a professional takes courage. We all deal with hardships at different points in our lives and at these times, it can be difficult to feel heard and understood. Whether it’s related to struggles with depression or anxiety, a challenging life situation or past trauma, I am here to provide support and compassion to assist in making positive changes and empower you to find personal growth and healing. My goal is to help individuals grow in awareness of their thoughts, emotions, strengths and personal histories so they are able to meet challenges and reach their highest potential.

I am here to hold space and walk along side those that are ready to step out on or continue their journey. Life transitions of all kinds can bring contrast and I am able to facilitate space for you to work through. I am here to let yo know that you are not alone and that there are so many beautiful ways to create your new life. It is an honor to be of service to others and provide a safe space to grow. Let's connect! I would love to see the caterpillar become a butterfly.

What sets me apart from other counselors is my ability to meet the client “where they are” Whether that is a client with a severe & persistent mental health disorder or a client that I only meet with for a few brief sessions to help them work through a “tough period” in their lives. I am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy which has been proven effective in changing thought process and/or behavior to get more out of life. Simply stated – life isn’t black OR white and we often miss the importance of approaching things from a “gray point of view”.

I believe in each individuals' ability to make positive and lasting changes in their lives. It is this belief that guides my practice. As a licensed clinical social worker, I help individuals, families, and groups envision and create the future they want for themselves. I utilize an eclectic approach including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectic behavioral therapy, solution focused and strengths based counseling that is catered to meet each individual's diverse needs. I offer a warm and collaborative relationship in a secure and confidential setting which allows for change and healing to occur.

I am a licensed Counseling Professional utilizing a combination of the Cognitive Behavior model of therapy and mindfulness practices, among others. I assist adults, and teens throughout their lifespan, to find solutions to better regulate their emotions, language, belief system, and perceptions of life challenges. Specialties include Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Stress Management, Sports Performance, Artistic Minds, Transitional Periods of Life, Perfectionistic Thinking, Adjustment Disorders, Relationship Conflict, and Brief Solution Focused work.

My private practice was founded in October 2003, providing outpatient and in-home counseling services to over 300 children and families. I have extensive experience working with adults and couples. Since October 2013, I have treated over 250 adults and their family members at my outpatient office in Alpha. With 26 years of expertise, my approach is simple: to facilitate and promote change by assisting clients to make healthy decisions and choices in their lives. Treatment is also focused on helping clients learn how to effectively manage stressors and regulate their mood in order to increase or maintain their level of functioning.

VITA Counseling Partners is an outpatient, private practice committed to providing a broad range of effective, client-centered and solution-focused evaluation and treatment services for managing issues of everyday life for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our mission is to help clients learn about themselves and guide them towards more productive and fulfilling lives. We view the relationship between counselor and client as a partnership, working together to set realistic and achievable goals to help you overcome your most complex personal hardships in a comfortable and confidential setting.

Finding a connection with someone you can trust, is difficult. Sometimes, finding the right words and identifying emotions can be uncomfortable and frustrating. More often than not, the fear of judgement can be so overwhelming, it prevents us from reaching out and seeking the help we need. I can offer you a warm and welcoming environment, free of judgement but, full of empathy, compassion and understanding. At the end of each session, you will walk away knowing and feeling the interaction was authentic.