Therapists in Youngwood, PA

Are you struggling with a family issue? Do you need help making a decision about your relationship? Are you having difficulty supporting your child through their own issues? I have strong background in marriage and family therapy as well as a background in Trauma Informed Care. I'll work with you to help you manage changes that may be taking place in your life. I can help you gain more clarity about your personal situation and work on stress reduction while we problem solve. My areas of specialty embrace the treatment modalities of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with children and adults who want to address their anxiety, the Gottman principles of couples counseling for issues involving your relationship and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with adolescents and adults who seek to improve their stress tolerance skills. I have been working in the field of Mental Health for 20 years. I am privileged to sit down and talk with my clients to create a plan for treatment that will work for them. Many clients tell me I make the therapy experience easy and comfortable to work in.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has been working in human services for over 35 years. I work with issues of relationship difficulty and improvement needs , recovery from abusive relationships, anxiety, stress, depression, and parenting issues. I have recently begun to assist clients coping with grief and loss. I hold an undergraduate degree in mental health and a graduate degree in Pastoral Counseling. I am a published author in the areas of childhood trauma and couple relationship repair and enrichment. The name of my private practice is "Gentle Counseling", which is quite descriptive of my approach to counseling: to be patient and gentle, but firm and providing forward momentum by using solution-focused, cognitive behavioral self-help techniques. My goal is to help you solve your issue as quickly as possible, but also to never rush folks in the process of moving forward in resolving their issues.

I have learned through my work that it is sometimes difficult to ask for help, however, being willing to take a chance can yield positive results. I am here to provide you with the support you need to help you make a positive change in your life. I am confident that we can work together to develop a constructive relationship in order to accomplish the goals you feel are important. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping my clients with diverse issues such as Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and relationship issues. I have worked with individuals navigating the early stages of a chronic illness or a terminal diagnosis. I have supported their caregivers, family and survivors during their difficult and emotional journey. I offer non-judgemental, empathic, person centered support tailored to each person's wants, needs and interests. We will work together to find healthy coping skills based on your strengths, we will decrease barriers and meet your goals in a way that supports your values and beliefs.

I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! As we explore the many possible ways we can approach treatment. I typically address therapy by exploring the past of the individually, which gives insight to how they might be experiencing the world presently. Additionally I address the current thoughts, feelings, add behaviors which may be appropriate or not. Lastly I seek to explore family dynamics allowing us to better understand culture and norms of the individual.

I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with a broad range of life challenges, including mental health disorders and trauma. Most of my recent experience is with teens and younger adults. 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. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I am currently trained in EMDR and working toward my certification. I am able to offer EMDR sessions to individuals interested in being a part of my certification process.

I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Delaware and Pennsylvania. I have over 20 years of clinical experience in the field of mental health. Working extensively with clients experiencing stress and anxiety, relationship and work issues, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. 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 helping yourself make a change takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Florida with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & career difficulties. 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Virginia with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, anger management, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression, hoarding, BFRB's, and OCD. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I believe in using a here and now/present approach. Please note for live sessions, I generally have availability during early morning hours. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!