Therapists in 19130

Alex is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified EMDR Therapist. With over 16 years of experience working with culturally and socioeconomically diverse populations of adults, adolescents, and families in a variety of settings, including residential, inpatient, and outpatient settings, he specializes in the treatment of trauma and related challenges. His areas of specialization also include the treatment of anxiety and depression, mood disorders, relationship and adjustment challenges, attentional and behavioral difficulties, performance enhancement, anger and stress management.

Toyye Hargrove is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Master's of Science in Counseling. Toyye is dedicated to listening, processing, and assisting clients with developing their own solutions without judgement and with hopes of developing an improved mindset and overall well-being. Outside of work, Toyye enjoys dancing, spending time with family, and cooking.

Marvin Clarke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2008. Marvin is driven by an unwavering passion to empower individuals in their journey toward mental well-being and overall personal growth. His extensive experience and ongoing academic pursuits enable them to stay at the forefront of cutting-edge therapeutic techniques and best practices in social work and mental health. With more than 12 years as a devoted therapist, Marvin specializes in working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, and other serious mental health issues.

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Safe Space Therapy. In an atmosphere of safety and trust, I support clients develop insight into their internal experiences and build the skills to support them in navigating their lives. My goal is to help clients create a new meaning of themselves and their experiences that comes from a place of strength and acceptance. I work primarily with adolescents, young adults, and adults and specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, identity development and life transitions. I speak English and French and enjoy working expats and first- and second-generation immigrants.

I believe the most powerful tool we can offer others is our ability to authentically, genuinely and completely listen. I have been privileged to work with many children, teens and adults and bear witness to their stories. It has been the most profound gift and I am grateful to have been trusted with the opportunity to hear them. My work as a clinician is grounded in listening. In establishing a safe, supportive and nurturing co-created environment. It is rooted in helping people find their voice and trust their own ability to change their lives. The power of being present and fully in the moment can transform lives.

As a counselor, I have always been aware of the courage and openness a client needs to be able to seek support and engage in counseling services. I also understand how difficult it is to make therapeutic changes in one's life. I am humbled to be privileged to learn about a client's intimate struggles, and I take the depth of that relationship of respect, privacy, boundaries, and expectations very seriously. My ideal client is anyone open to counseling, receiving feedback, and willing to work together on developing action steps towards change and personal growth.

I approach therapy with the understanding that many of our symptoms and struggles are normal human attempts to manage pain, loss, anxiety, and even difficult or overwhelming emotions. My goal is help you find your way through these struggles and reclaim a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling to you. I will collaborate with you and set therapy goals that feel right for you in the context of your personal history and identity, and use evidence-based treatments that have been shown to be effective for anxiety and mood management, grief, trauma, and chronic pain.

Sierra Thompson, LPC Sierra Thompson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2019. She has an M. A. in Clinical Counseling (Trauma Specialty). Sierra's treatment philosophy is to support recovery of mental health decline through a process of intervention implementation and change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential. In her spare time, Sierra enjoys self-care, traveling, feeding her faith, and furthering interest in business ventures.

It has been estimated that 3.3 to a reported high of 6 million people suffer from OCD in the US. OCD, in particular, continues to be misdiagnosed and as a result is often treated ineffectively. Using primarily CBT, ACT, E/RP and mindfulness based treatment my goal is to help you manage these debilitating conditions with empirically based strategies, helping you gain the means to get back on the path of your true potential and lead a life that is worth living. We can work together to effectively manage your OCD, anxiety, depression or grief in a way that supports living a life that you value.

Djola McGowan is a Licensed Professional Counselor who received her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, at Messiah College. As a first-generation African-American Woman who lived between two countries and two cultures, she identified early the nuances of how race, ethnicity, culture, and tradition directly affect how we all perceive the world.

Irina Syrnikova, LPC Irina Syrnikova is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2020. She has an MS in Community and Trauma Counseling from Thomas Jefferson University. Irina believes that starting counseling is a major decision and it may seem challenging to disclose certain things about ourselves to a person we are not familiar with, so she usually makes it her priority to take time and get to know her clients and create a safe space for them to share with her. Together you can determine what one would like to work on and explore.

Glenn T. Shrum is a licensed professional counselor who has been practicing since 2018. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education with an M. Phil. in Professional Counseling. Trained and certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as Prolonged Exposure therapy for the treatment of PTSD, Glenn also draws on psychodynamic, person-centered, and solution-focused therapy approaches to respond to his clients' individual needs.

Deciding to go to therapy can be overwhelming, and my first priority when we meet is to make sure you feel comfortable and heard. Therapy looks different for everyone, and we will collaborate closely to make sure you are getting what you need. I am committed to delivering collaborative, respectful, culturally competent, trauma-informed therapy that will meet you where you are and build on your strengths.

Supporting the mental and relational wellness of individuals, couples, and families, I provide unique and creative ways to guide therapy participants through the inevitable challenges of life. I hold space for a collaborative, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed therapeutic experience that is tailored to each person and relationship. Through an atmosphere composed of curiosity and compassion, I aim to promote emotional safety and relational attunement in the therapy room.

Jae Swanson (they/them) is a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Music Therapist with over 10 years of experience specializing in anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum, grief/bereavement, terminal illness, LGBTQIA+ issues, gender identity, and issues related to systemic oppression. Jae has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages, individually and in groups.

Seeking to discover strengths to meet new challenges or define your sense of purpose? Are you having relationship issues at home, school, or work? Or maybe you are asking questions about your life story, its meaning, and your place in the world. Psychotherapy can be helpful in exploring and resolving these concerns. Every person has a story to tell. I offer insight-oriented psychotherapy, an approach that focuses on your perspective and unique story. A person’s feelings, thoughts, and choices may be influenced by factors from the past that are outside of one’s awareness and exert pressure on current experiences and events.

Starting therapy both a daunting and exciting process. I will create a safe environment where you can feel comfortable in moments of discomfort. I strongly believe the relationship between therapist and client is the primary factor to change and growth within the individual. I emphasize importance on past/current relationships, believing that we are impacted and molded by our relationships with others. I maintain a strengths-based/humanistic approach to psychotherapy, while using a number of clinical tools (EMDR, Hypnotherapy, EFT, & Meditation) to cope with uncomfortable thoughts and feelings.

Therapy feels like a really valuable experience to me, where I can offer people a place where they can feel listened to, guided, and supported through the challenges they might be experiencing. I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I also work with folks who have ADHD, relationship difficulties, and grief.

Gustavo is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Certified Psychologist. He received a Master's degree in Psychology from the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Having started his career in Argentina, Gustavo is fluent in Spanish and English, offering treatment in either language. Working in Community Mental Health and private practice for over 10 years, he is a generalist who has experience treating a wide variety of concerns from serious mental illness to more common concerns such as anxiety, depression and achieving intimacy.