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My name is Chinell Collins. I am a licensed professional counselor in Pennsylvania, and have been providing counseling services to a diverse population for over a decade. I have spent many years working with individuals who suffer from various addictions (drug and alcohol, food, relational, etc.), trauma, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety and adjustment disorder. I also have experience working with couples and families. I enjoy partnering with clients in order to assist them in achieving their personal goals. I am supportive and I am a motivator. Seeing my clients experience a life that brings them happiness and meaning, truly gives me joy. I am excited to walk with you on your personal journey.
My main therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, however, I like to integrate Choice Theory, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Person-Centered and Positive Psychology techniques as needed. I also utilize Motivational Interviewing.
Aside from my professional experience, I have a lot of volunteer experience working with the homeless population. I partner along side those who feel hopeless and helpless, and not only work with them to achieve their overall goals, but also support them in finding hope and happiness in the process.
I know it can be very difficult to ask for help, but today you can take the first step towards the rest of you life.
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Body image, Codependency, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia
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Dr. Collins is knowledgeable, patient and kind. She listens attentively to help identify how to best facilitate your thinking. I immediately felt heard and comfortable. I'm so grateful to have found a therapist who supports my needs in meaningful ways.
Written on Sep 25, 2024 after therapy with Chinell for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Collins hlis very supportive and responsive. I didn't know what to expect with therapy but ahe has made it easy to express what I am dealing with. I am happy to be in this journey with her.
Written on Apr 10, 2024 after therapy with Chinell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Dr. Collins has been wonderful with being able to switch topics and talk about new things that are bothering me, while still incorporating past issues of mine we’ve talked about. She’s been helping connect a lot of dots and connecting issues to other issues that I don’t even realize were connected.
Written on Feb 15, 2024 after therapy with Chinell for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
I really enjoy Dr. Collins. They are always very respectful and kind, and i feel like i can see the improvements in my every day life from talking to them.
Written on May 12, 2023 after therapy with Chinell for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
Truly the best therapist I’ve ever had !!
Written on Jan 09, 2023 after therapy with Chinell for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Excellent experience. Very helpful and knowledgeable
Written on Aug 31, 2022 after therapy with Chinell for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Dr. Collins has been more helpful in the short time I have been with her than I have experienced with other counseling. She is affirming and asks helpful questions that have challenged me to grow and allowed me to face some of my mental health problems. Highly recommend!
Written on Jun 17, 2022 after therapy with Chinell for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. Collins continues to treat me with respect and dignity. She helps me work through my issues as a team. I really enjoy working with her.
Written on Mar 18, 2022 after therapy with Chinell for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Collins helped me a lot when I was going through a rough patch. Her knowledge is unquestionable. She highlighted things I had no clue I was dealing with and gave me tools to begin and continue my journey of healing. Highly recommend her. Just be aware she is only available for texting. It worked out for me anyway
Written on Feb 09, 2022 after therapy with Chinell for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
She is patient, understanding and supportive in reaching one’s goals concerning mental health. An asset to your psyche.
Written on Jan 05, 2022 after therapy with Chinell for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s very nice and listens, I have had the pleasure to speak with her and has helped
me through a lot and I’m very grateful to have spoken to her the time I have.
Written on Nov 17, 2021 after therapy with Chinell for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
I have only been working with Dr. Collins for about a month now. Just talking to her has already helped me with what I'm going through. She responds to me in a timely matter and I feel like she genuinely cares about me and my situation. I would strongly recommend anyone to reach out to Dr. Collins for help.
Written on Nov 11, 2021 after therapy with Chinell for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. Collins is a very good listener and very helpful. Highly recommend.
Written on Nov 04, 2021 after therapy with Chinell for 1 month on issues concerning trauma and abuse
I’ve been texting Dr. Collins for a few weeks now and she has helped me a lot it started with issues I had at work then about my home life. She helped me so much and gave me great advice. I’m so happy I decided to get the help I needed and thankful I found Dr. Collins I plan on continuing talking with her I’m starting to be happy with who I am and where I’m going on life. Thank you
Written on May 27, 2021 after therapy with Chinell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Her services are great.
Written on Dec 30, 2020 after therapy with Chinell for 2 weeks
I just want to thank her for taking time to talk to me through things and being so sweet and helpful and her expertise is amazing I am getting used to having her as a therapist still working on it but she makes the process a little more easier and thank you
Written on Oct 03, 2020 after therapy with Chinell for 2 years and 7 months
Chinell is a very sweet and helpful woman. She helped me a lot through a hard time and gave me a better understanding of my situation. She is very resourceful and a great listener.
Written on Jan 01, 2020 after therapy with Chinell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Chinell has been a God-send. She responds in a professional, kind, godly fashion and reminds me where my focus should be.
Written on Sep 19, 2019 after therapy with Chinell for 2 months
I would highly recommend Chinell Collins! She has helped me so much over the past few months and I have been blessed by having her as my counselor. Chinell is kind, encouraging, and supportive. I can tell her anything and know that she will provide solid biblical advice that benefits my thoughts and actions. I am definitely a healthier person thanks to Chinell's influence in my life.
Written on May 15, 2019 after therapy with Chinell for 2 months
Chinell has been an excellent counselor. She points me back to God's Word and day-to-day wisdom that have helped me in my struggle with anxiety and depression.
Written on Jul 07, 2018 after therapy with Chinell for 5 months
I am grateful to be working with Chinell. She is helping me walk through a tough season in my life and is helping me unpack and digest what I am feeling. I feel supported and heard. I’m challenged by her questions to think about my situation in a new perspective. I hope to continue working with her.
Written on Feb 05, 2018 after therapy with Chinell for 2 weeks
Chinell is both kind and practical. She has been there for me during a difficult time, providing mental clarity, accountability, and moral support. I've been able to reach out to Chinell in the face of real-life, every-day struggles, and her matter-of-fact, non-judgmental advice has made all the difference!
Written on Feb 05, 2018 after therapy with Chinell for 2 weeks
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