Kingston has always been a founder of knowledge and personal growth, from its very beginnings. Many people are unaware that the first public school in Pennsylvania was located in Kingston. As with any battle in life, it is important to arm yourself with knowledge, and no one knows that better than the people of this small city.

If you are fighting your own personal battles, arm yourself with knowledge by contacting counselors in the Kingston area. These therapists are able to help you learn new ways to cope with the stressors in your life to help you return to mental and emotional wellness.

Psychologist Dr. Nancy Forrest providing different types of therapy in Kingston

Dr. Nancy Forrest

Clinician
License Type(s): PsyD
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issues
25 years offering treatment

I use eclectic therapy techniques from a Jungian perspective. I specialize in healing patterns of trauma and hurt relationships in couples, the work place, family issues or personal issues with the self. My approach is holistic with attention on the physical and spiritual as well as the emotional.

Psychologist Melissa Strauss providing different types of therapy in Kingston

Melissa Strauss

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression
8 years offering treatment

Hi there! My name is Melissa Hochbaum Strauss and I am looking forward to working with you. I have over 7 years of experience working with individuals, families and couples as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I believe that every client can teach me something and my approach is warm and engaging. I hope that you feel you have control over our time as well. Every individual has strengths and it is important to use this in the therapeutic process. My approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Emotionally Focused and Internal Family Systems Therapy. I tailor each therapeutic style to the individual's needs. My experience includes; Depression, Anxiety, Relational Issues, Family Dynamic Issues, Trauma, Sexual Identity Work, School and Career Work, Infertility and Parenting.

Psychologist Benjamin Shoch providing different types of therapy in Kingston

Benjamin Shoch

Clinician
License Type(s): MA, LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: LGBTTrauma and abuseGrief
8 years offering treatment

Hi I'm Ben. I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have been a counselor since I graduated from school in 2015. I have worked with children experiencing behavioral problems, teenagers and adults with substance use disorders, and people of all ages with concerns related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, developmental trauma, and OCD. I have worked as a counselor in an outpatient mental health agency, outpatient drug and alcohol clinic, university, and outpatient private practice. I have particular interest in working with LGBTQ+ individuals and people experiencing problems related to drugs and alcohol. My counseling style is eclectic. I use a variety of counseling techniques and approaches when I am working with a client. The approach I take and techniques I use depend on what the client needs and what is the best fit for them. Some of the techniques I frequently utilize come from Experiential, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Person-Centered Therapy. I am a very easy-going person. I am very approachable and easy to talk to. I have a good sense of humor and use this in my work with client's when appropriate. I look forward to meeting you if you decide to have me as your therapist.

Psychologist Paulette Blais providing different types of therapy in Kingston

Paulette Blais

Clinician
License Type(s): MA,Psychologist
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesDepression
35 years offering treatment

I am a licensed psychologist with more than 30 years experience helping individuals, couples, and families with a wide variety of challenges and distressing life events. I earned a B.A. in Psychology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania (with High Honors) and an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from United States International University (now Alliant University) in San Diego. My counseling style is warm and engaging, with a touch of humor (when appropriate) thrown in. I'm very down-to-earth and treat everyone with respect and as much understanding as I possibly can. People generally say they feel comfortable with me pretty quickly. I have experienced quite a lot, good and not-so-good, in my 70+ years, which means chances are good that I've personally dealt with whatever it is that you would like help with. It's hard to ask for help but people usually find that they wished they'd sought help sooner, once they can start to see the benefits. So please reach out and let's get started!

Psychologist Theresa Bishop providing different types of therapy in Kingston

Theresa Bishop

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,CAADC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepression
10 years offering treatment

Hello and thanks for checking my profile! About me...well, like you its easy for me to tell you the basic's; about my education, attending graduate school at Carlow University and focusing on professional counseling, my experience; working with people that struggle with addictions, trauma, loss, bi-polar disorder, anxiety and depression, stress, acceptance and anger. My treatment approach depends on what help's you and can including motivational interviewing, solution focused, psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy and psychotherapy. I believe life experiences can contribute to the therapeutic relationship which isn't anything that is taught but learned, that being said, I've learned to listen, to stay objective and work with someone that is willing to explore together the possibility of answers, changes, actions, challenges, and steps that provide improvements towards achieving your goals. I can't perform miracles but that doesn't mean they don't exist, sometimes its about the process and the willingness to search. Welcome and congratulations on taking the biggest step in therapy, getting started!

Psychologist Kendra Prescott providing different types of therapy in Kingston

Kendra Prescott

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Delaware and Pennsylvania and have over 3 years of professional work experience as a therapist. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, & trauma. I am client-centered which means I follow you and your needs helping you to discover what is best for you. I specialize in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and draw upon other frameworks when appropriate like CBT and IFS. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion while supporting your self-agency throughout our time together. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. It is a privilege to walk alongside another on their journey and I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Tammy Vermeer providing different types of therapy in Kingston

Tammy Vermeer

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
15 years offering treatment

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. Over the past 13 years I have worked with individuals in therapy for a variety of concerns including relationship problems, anxiety, mood issues, grief, life changes and trauma. Everyone has their own life story and I will be glad to hear yours--happy times and heartaches and a lot in between have all led to who you are today. Now that you are making the decision to make things better today that may mean addressing the past. I'm here to help you along whatever path you need to take. I look forward to meeting you.

Psychologist Shawn Lowry providing different types of therapy in Kingston

Shawn Lowry

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I do consider myself a person-centered therapist which means I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you and that you also have the answers you need to accomplish your needs and wants, I will help you find them, access them, and appropriate ways of implementing them. I also use CBT as a means of accomplishing needs and wants as I do believe that most problems are thinking problems, which need to be seen from a different perspective. I also utilize motivational interviewing to help those seeking the reasons they want to change and how to use this process to achieve these needs and wants. For those who struggle with purpose, death, and loss I will use existentialism to help those work through those struggles. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Nicole Codagnone providing different types of therapy in Kingston

Nicole Codagnone

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Trauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
9 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Pennsylvania. I graduated from West Chester University with a Master’s Degree in Social Work in 2013, and shortly thereafter, received my LSW. I attained my LCSW most recently, in 2021. During the last 13 years, I have been working with children, adolescents and adults diagnosed with mental health and behavioral health disorders in a variety of settings, including community mental health, outpatient therapy and the school and home settings. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, depression, & coping with life changes. My treatment modality focuses on a trauma informed, strength-based perspective and integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, as well as play therapy techniques. My work focuses on the importance of building rapport with clients, in order to establish a solid therapeutic relationship and safe space for delving into the work. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. A fun fact about me is that I enjoy exercising, baking, and spending time with my family.

Psychologist Brittany Bargiel providing different types of therapy in Kingston

Brittany Bargiel

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
5 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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What types of therapists are available to clients in Kingston?

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Kingston that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Kingston available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Kingston therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Kingston therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Kingston region and in the state of Pennsylvania.

How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?

Therapists in Kingston can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Kingston may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Kingston offering online therapy or in person?

Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.

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