Therapists in Pennsylvania

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Stephen Becker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102
I see my job as a therapist as providing a particular kind of space. A space that helps people to feel comfortable, and one that helps people to talk. It is through this talking that healing and transformation become possible. I believe that human beings have a natural tendency to move towards growth, maturity, and happiness. Sometimes, however, things happen in life that trip us up. Things get in our way. These obstacles can be diminished, weakened, and removed through the therapeutic process. That's what therapy is; the removal of what stands in the way of our movement towards our goals, desires, and dreams.
I see my job as a therapist as providing a particular kind of space. A space that helps people to feel comfortable, and one that helps people to talk. It is through this talking that healing and transformation become possible. I believe that human beings have a natural tendency to move towards growth, maturity, and happiness. Sometimes, however, things happen in life that trip us up. Things get in our way. These obstacles can be diminished, weakened, and removed through the therapeutic process. That's what therapy is; the removal of what stands in the way of our movement towards our goals, desires, and dreams.
(215) 600-2182 View (215) 600-2182
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Kala Lilani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
People are confronted with challenges at various times in their life cycle. Despite their best efforts, they may feel stuck, have relational difficulties and experience feelings of confusion, sadness, anxiety, depression, isolation, alienation, anger or other unpleasant emotions.
People are confronted with challenges at various times in their life cycle. Despite their best efforts, they may feel stuck, have relational difficulties and experience feelings of confusion, sadness, anxiety, depression, isolation, alienation, anger or other unpleasant emotions.
(484) 324-6786 View (484) 324-6786
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Diane Elliot McHirella
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15213  (Online Only)
Hello & Welcome! With over 25 years of experience in counseling with folks of varying backgrounds, I am honored to walk the path of the Counseling Journey with you. Our work & play together will allow you to further discover the strengths & resources you already have, while using these innate abilities to work with the growing edges you may wish to explore. I work in tandem with clients, parents & families as a guide, helping you to understand the ways you are the expert on your own life. Together, we will engage in an authentic therapeutic relationship to enhance your life & well-being. Helpful info: EMDRIA.org & dnmsinstitute.com
Hello & Welcome! With over 25 years of experience in counseling with folks of varying backgrounds, I am honored to walk the path of the Counseling Journey with you. Our work & play together will allow you to further discover the strengths & resources you already have, while using these innate abilities to work with the growing edges you may wish to explore. I work in tandem with clients, parents & families as a guide, helping you to understand the ways you are the expert on your own life. Together, we will engage in an authentic therapeutic relationship to enhance your life & well-being. Helpful info: EMDRIA.org & dnmsinstitute.com
(412) 328-2929 View (412) 328-2929
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Damon Constantinides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Waitlist for new clients
These are uncertain times. Therapy can be an anchor as we all weather the unpredictable circumstances of our lives and the world around us. It can be a place to grow, heal, or make changes in your live that feel difficult. I work with clients who need help managing anxiety, are feeling sad or confused, or are going through a hard time. I see my job as sitting next to you, seeing the world through your eyes, and helping you come up with the plan that's right for you. I come from a relational and social justice perspective and bring tools from narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness based stress reduction.
These are uncertain times. Therapy can be an anchor as we all weather the unpredictable circumstances of our lives and the world around us. It can be a place to grow, heal, or make changes in your live that feel difficult. I work with clients who need help managing anxiety, are feeling sad or confused, or are going through a hard time. I see my job as sitting next to you, seeing the world through your eyes, and helping you come up with the plan that's right for you. I come from a relational and social justice perspective and bring tools from narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness based stress reduction.
(215) 273-3601 View (215) 273-3601
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Certified Brainspotting - Elizabeth Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MTBC, MA, EMDR, BSP
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046  (Online Only)
Elizabeth specializes in helping people with symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, OCD, panic, C/PTSD and DID due to childhood and adult traumatic experiences of bullying, neglect and abuse by a trusted or inescapable person, (cults), incest, sexual and physical abuses and trauma, verbal, mental, cognitive and emotional abuses, financial control, food control, deceit, deception and gaslighting, professional obstruction, and chronic micro aggressions of public humiliations, bullying and 'teasing'.
Elizabeth specializes in helping people with symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, OCD, panic, C/PTSD and DID due to childhood and adult traumatic experiences of bullying, neglect and abuse by a trusted or inescapable person, (cults), incest, sexual and physical abuses and trauma, verbal, mental, cognitive and emotional abuses, financial control, food control, deceit, deception and gaslighting, professional obstruction, and chronic micro aggressions of public humiliations, bullying and 'teasing'.
(267) 633-8431 View (267) 633-8431
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Dr. Jacob Glickman
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19104  (Online Only)
Jacob specializes in providing mental healthcare for people who identify as transgender/non-binary/gender expansive, as well as the larger LGBTQIA+ communities and their families; additionally, he maintains an anti-racist, sex positive, kink positive, and poly-aware practice. In collaboration with individuals, families, and people in relationships, Jacob's identities inform his past decade of work as a feminist therapist with a focus in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Jacob specializes in providing mental healthcare for people who identify as transgender/non-binary/gender expansive, as well as the larger LGBTQIA+ communities and their families; additionally, he maintains an anti-racist, sex positive, kink positive, and poly-aware practice. In collaboration with individuals, families, and people in relationships, Jacob's identities inform his past decade of work as a feminist therapist with a focus in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
(267) 490-4762 View (267) 490-4762
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Michele M Marsh
Psychologist, PhD, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ardmore, PA 19003
Waitlist for new clients
I am dedicated to helping each individual, couple or family find the keys to a happier and more satisfying life. To this end, I make a special effort to understand each person's dilemmas and what it would take to help them increase their experiences of joy and pleasure in their personal lives, one moment at a time. As the sources of pain emerge in therapy, I include each person's needs in the search for steps forward. My practice includes many individuals and couples who suffer from depression, anxiety, relationship distress, sexual dissatisfaction and the effects of past trauma.
I am dedicated to helping each individual, couple or family find the keys to a happier and more satisfying life. To this end, I make a special effort to understand each person's dilemmas and what it would take to help them increase their experiences of joy and pleasure in their personal lives, one moment at a time. As the sources of pain emerge in therapy, I include each person's needs in the search for steps forward. My practice includes many individuals and couples who suffer from depression, anxiety, relationship distress, sexual dissatisfaction and the effects of past trauma.
(267) 419-6419 View (267) 419-6419
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Hugh Stewart
PhD, ACHt
Verified Verified
Abington, PA 19001
I compassionately listen to your needs while being a trusted guide in helping you find the answers within yourself in a private, confidential, and secluded setting. Our 90 minute sessions are twice the length of most appointments. My 17 years of experience has shown me & my clients that hypnotherapy and breathwork, integrated with talk therapy, accelerate positive results & healing. I'm an expert in coaching people to eliminate patterns that block their greatness & happiness. Specializing in relationship issues, interpersonal communication, depression, anxiety, addictions, inspiration, empowerment, self esteem, courage, & taking bold action. Create abundance in all areas of your life!
I compassionately listen to your needs while being a trusted guide in helping you find the answers within yourself in a private, confidential, and secluded setting. Our 90 minute sessions are twice the length of most appointments. My 17 years of experience has shown me & my clients that hypnotherapy and breathwork, integrated with talk therapy, accelerate positive results & healing. I'm an expert in coaching people to eliminate patterns that block their greatness & happiness. Specializing in relationship issues, interpersonal communication, depression, anxiety, addictions, inspiration, empowerment, self esteem, courage, & taking bold action. Create abundance in all areas of your life!
(215) 709-6738 View (215) 709-6738
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Michael Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
Even when we feel lost, there is always a path to a more hopeful future. As your therapist, I can help you find your way forward: Toward your goals, toward self-understanding, and toward peace and satisfaction. I’ve worked with people from many walks of life successfully and focus on helping those who find their lives unmanageable or fundamentally unfulfilling, especially when it involves difficult childhoods or traumatic experiences. I make space in our sessions to give genuine human support, from philosophical soul searching to practical goal setting, with a balance of humility, humor, and psychological insights.
Even when we feel lost, there is always a path to a more hopeful future. As your therapist, I can help you find your way forward: Toward your goals, toward self-understanding, and toward peace and satisfaction. I’ve worked with people from many walks of life successfully and focus on helping those who find their lives unmanageable or fundamentally unfulfilling, especially when it involves difficult childhoods or traumatic experiences. I make space in our sessions to give genuine human support, from philosophical soul searching to practical goal setting, with a balance of humility, humor, and psychological insights.
(412) 405-6089 View (412) 405-6089
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Jodi Schwartz-Levy
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wyndmoor, PA 19038
Now offering virtual and in person therapy. As one of a handful of psychologists worldwide with a doctorate in Somatic (body-oriented) Psychology, I am able to work with the cognitive, emotional, somatic, spiritual, and energetic aspects of a person. I am an ideal therapist for people that have tried traditional therapy and feel that "something was missing".
Now offering virtual and in person therapy. As one of a handful of psychologists worldwide with a doctorate in Somatic (body-oriented) Psychology, I am able to work with the cognitive, emotional, somatic, spiritual, and energetic aspects of a person. I am an ideal therapist for people that have tried traditional therapy and feel that "something was missing".
(215) 995-3191 View (215) 995-3191
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Rik Fire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Rik Fire (aka Manjot Singh Khalsa) is a psychotherapist in private practice since 1996, sacred healer, interfaith minister, teacher and co-creator of Radikal Healing. Radikal Healing is a process of life transformation utilizing a complement of modalities tailored to each client's individual needs including psychotherapy, meditation, Kundalini yoga, Shamanic technology, energy medicine, life coaching and supervised fasting. Village of Radikal Healing in Montgomery County, PA & Radikal Healing Suite Asbury Park, NJ are healing centers that provide opportunities for people to embrace the Radikal Life they were meant to live.
Rik Fire (aka Manjot Singh Khalsa) is a psychotherapist in private practice since 1996, sacred healer, interfaith minister, teacher and co-creator of Radikal Healing. Radikal Healing is a process of life transformation utilizing a complement of modalities tailored to each client's individual needs including psychotherapy, meditation, Kundalini yoga, Shamanic technology, energy medicine, life coaching and supervised fasting. Village of Radikal Healing in Montgomery County, PA & Radikal Healing Suite Asbury Park, NJ are healing centers that provide opportunities for people to embrace the Radikal Life they were meant to live.
(267) 793-0711 View (267) 793-0711
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Galeet (Gollan) Farrow Spiritual Development
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406  (Online Only)
Hello and thank you for viewing my profile. I have always had a bit of a different approach to healing than traditional therapy. My studies have been both in counseling and in spiritual arts, including astrology, chakras and energy/sound healing. Each of us has certain patterns, ways we exist in this world. This brings us preferences and personality traits. I can help you to better understand yourself, your needs and to use your energies most effectively. Healing blockages frees you from past traumas and current emotional patterns. I can help you to shift your life to more ease, joy and peace through understanding and release.
Hello and thank you for viewing my profile. I have always had a bit of a different approach to healing than traditional therapy. My studies have been both in counseling and in spiritual arts, including astrology, chakras and energy/sound healing. Each of us has certain patterns, ways we exist in this world. This brings us preferences and personality traits. I can help you to better understand yourself, your needs and to use your energies most effectively. Healing blockages frees you from past traumas and current emotional patterns. I can help you to shift your life to more ease, joy and peace through understanding and release.
(215) 515-9749 View (215) 515-9749
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Ashlyn Parks
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MT-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southampton, PA 18966
“Self-awareness is the ability to take an honest look at your life without any attachment to it being right or wrong, good or bad.” – Debbie Ford. With the acceptance of what cannot be changed, there comes peace. If you are struggling with your past, present, or future; learn how your thoughts and feelings can affect your behaviors. Looking at yourself with unconditional love, self-compassion, and forgiveness can allow you to heal past wounds and move forward.
“Self-awareness is the ability to take an honest look at your life without any attachment to it being right or wrong, good or bad.” – Debbie Ford. With the acceptance of what cannot be changed, there comes peace. If you are struggling with your past, present, or future; learn how your thoughts and feelings can affect your behaviors. Looking at yourself with unconditional love, self-compassion, and forgiveness can allow you to heal past wounds and move forward.
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Deborah Lawson Morgan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHS-C, LPC, NCC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Sharon Hill, PA 19079
In my practice, I provide a friendly and non-judgmental approach. I am a Licensed Mental Health Care provider with more than eight years of experience in the treatment of adults and adolescents with a history of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, BPD, and trauma-related disorders. Currently, I am in the process of being paneled by some insurance companies, but for now, I accept cash & credit/debit cards. I offer appropriate resources for the care needed, ensuring that my clients feel safe to open themselves up and focus on their mental and emotional health. My sessions are currently conducted online.
In my practice, I provide a friendly and non-judgmental approach. I am a Licensed Mental Health Care provider with more than eight years of experience in the treatment of adults and adolescents with a history of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, BPD, and trauma-related disorders. Currently, I am in the process of being paneled by some insurance companies, but for now, I accept cash & credit/debit cards. I offer appropriate resources for the care needed, ensuring that my clients feel safe to open themselves up and focus on their mental and emotional health. My sessions are currently conducted online.
(484) 326-3575 View (484) 326-3575
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Rev. Stephen M Heilakka
Pre-Licensed Professional, MDiv
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
In his 40-years' experience counseling individuals and families, Steph believes that a safe, trusting, and supportive environment is critical to confronting and addressing self-destructive behaviors and patterns. Although understanding how the past affects and shapes us is important, Steph's primary approach is to empower each person to accept that they have the ability and inner grace to create change, to move forward, and to decide upon a new pathway towards a more fulfilling present. His philosophy is that therapy is a journey with a clear destination... a stronger, empowered, and happier self.
In his 40-years' experience counseling individuals and families, Steph believes that a safe, trusting, and supportive environment is critical to confronting and addressing self-destructive behaviors and patterns. Although understanding how the past affects and shapes us is important, Steph's primary approach is to empower each person to accept that they have the ability and inner grace to create change, to move forward, and to decide upon a new pathway towards a more fulfilling present. His philosophy is that therapy is a journey with a clear destination... a stronger, empowered, and happier self.
(215) 770-0459 View (215) 770-0459
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Nicole Venskytis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethlehem, PA 18018  (Online Only)
Overwhelmed or life got you down? Relationship struggles? My goal is to help you as you go through the stressors of life and we can generate solutions together. Sometimes we can even find some humor in it all. I strive to find creative ways to approach our work together. I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, complex PTSD, ADHD, and families of addiction. I utilize modalities of client-centered, family systems, trauma-informed care, solution-focused, CBT, strengths-based, multicultural perspectives, and existential and spiritual approaches to form a holistic approach.
Overwhelmed or life got you down? Relationship struggles? My goal is to help you as you go through the stressors of life and we can generate solutions together. Sometimes we can even find some humor in it all. I strive to find creative ways to approach our work together. I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, complex PTSD, ADHD, and families of addiction. I utilize modalities of client-centered, family systems, trauma-informed care, solution-focused, CBT, strengths-based, multicultural perspectives, and existential and spiritual approaches to form a holistic approach.
(610) 546-2794 View (610) 546-2794
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Cynthia K Hodge LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chambersburg, PA 17201
I work with clients suffering from CPTSD, depression or anxiety. My focus is on helping people process and move through old issues by eliminating the emotions attached to those events by using EFT or Energy Psychology which I've been using for 22 years. I believe that therapy should be a positive experience and that you should look forward to that healing process. I also use hypnosis for numerous issues.
I work with clients suffering from CPTSD, depression or anxiety. My focus is on helping people process and move through old issues by eliminating the emotions attached to those events by using EFT or Energy Psychology which I've been using for 22 years. I believe that therapy should be a positive experience and that you should look forward to that healing process. I also use hypnosis for numerous issues.
(717) 447-5454 View (717) 447-5454
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Lee Anne Englert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
Do Holistic and spiritual approaches to therapy appeal to you? Clients connect to my services because they want to work through their struggles from a body/soul/mind/emotion perspective. I guide couples and individuals in their quest to transform life's challenges into a tapestry of wisdom. I passionately embrace the depth of each person's journey to heal their past traumatic wounding and foster the development of true empowerment. Embracing the ancient teachings of shamanism, we will journey into non-ordinary realities where you will heal fragmented aspects and begin to know your true self.
Do Holistic and spiritual approaches to therapy appeal to you? Clients connect to my services because they want to work through their struggles from a body/soul/mind/emotion perspective. I guide couples and individuals in their quest to transform life's challenges into a tapestry of wisdom. I passionately embrace the depth of each person's journey to heal their past traumatic wounding and foster the development of true empowerment. Embracing the ancient teachings of shamanism, we will journey into non-ordinary realities where you will heal fragmented aspects and begin to know your true self.
(267) 863-4595 View (267) 863-4595
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Intentional Simplicity LLC
MA
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15205  (Online Only)
When we look at the discrimination and racism occurring today, it is hard to imagine the psychological and emotional toll experienced by individuals who are a part of these minority groups. Intentional Simplicity LLC creates positive change to provide BIPOC, neurodiverse, and LGBTQIA individuals a sustainable approach to their psychological stressors. From 1 on 1 virtual therapy sessions, workplace/employee wellness programs, and a great list of FREE resources, Intentional Simplicity is ready to help you take the first step into cultivating a sustainable, creative, and fulfilling approach to healing.
When we look at the discrimination and racism occurring today, it is hard to imagine the psychological and emotional toll experienced by individuals who are a part of these minority groups. Intentional Simplicity LLC creates positive change to provide BIPOC, neurodiverse, and LGBTQIA individuals a sustainable approach to their psychological stressors. From 1 on 1 virtual therapy sessions, workplace/employee wellness programs, and a great list of FREE resources, Intentional Simplicity is ready to help you take the first step into cultivating a sustainable, creative, and fulfilling approach to healing.
(412) 547-5675 View (412) 547-5675
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Melissa A Tatar-Pickersgill
Counselor, MS, NCC, BSP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morrisville, PA 19067
As a trauma-informed counselor, I clinically treat the client's symptoms with a talk-and-body therapeutic approach. I teach my clients coping strategies that are tweaked to be adaptive to the ASD/ADHD child/adult's neurodiversity in addition to the neurotypical populations' symptoms/sensory intrusions that are known or unknown reason(s) for the client's behavior(s) like anxiety mismanagement or a spontaneous violent outburst that at any age often do self-sabotage one's hoped for a good outcome(s).
As a trauma-informed counselor, I clinically treat the client's symptoms with a talk-and-body therapeutic approach. I teach my clients coping strategies that are tweaked to be adaptive to the ASD/ADHD child/adult's neurodiversity in addition to the neurotypical populations' symptoms/sensory intrusions that are known or unknown reason(s) for the client's behavior(s) like anxiety mismanagement or a spontaneous violent outburst that at any age often do self-sabotage one's hoped for a good outcome(s).
(267) 797-5029 View (267) 797-5029

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Sexual Abuse Therapists

How do therapists treat sexual abuse?

A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.

Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?

Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.

How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?

Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.

Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?

As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.