Family Therapy in Doylestown, PA
Ellen J. Faulkner, Ph.D. Psychotherapy
PhD, NCPsyA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
My extensive history with patients dealing with eating disorders involves offering a variety of tools/modalities to enhance our work while also offering family guidance and support.
After working for over 42 years as a psychotherapist/psychoanalyst I welcome patients who are ready to do in depth work in psychotherapy and find lasting change. Psychoanalysis is an extraordinary opportunity to enrich your life, find the person you were meant to be, and experience the contentment and joy that you have been missing. Whether you are looking for marriage/couples counseling, dealing with personal issues or feel unsatisfied with brief therapy you've experienced, my patients find me to be warm, kind, insightful, accepting, and supportive. My group practice works with both adults and children. www.faulknertherapy.net
My extensive history with patients dealing with eating disorders involves offering a variety of tools/modalities to enhance our work while also offering family guidance and support.
After working for over 42 years as a psychotherapist/psychoanalyst I welcome patients who are ready to do in depth work in psychotherapy and find lasting change. Psychoanalysis is an extraordinary opportunity to enrich your life, find the person you were meant to be, and experience the contentment and joy that you have been missing. Whether you are looking for marriage/couples counseling, dealing with personal issues or feel unsatisfied with brief therapy you've experienced, my patients find me to be warm, kind, insightful, accepting, and supportive. My group practice works with both adults and children. www.faulknertherapy.net
Temperament therapy for anyone to help bring balance to your family or individual life.
Personal and professional experience with grief (suicide), loss of a child, sexual abuse and women’s issues. I counsel adults and teens. • Anger •Grief •Marriage counseling • Self-control • Loss of a child • Stress & anxiety. In-person and virtual sessions available. Feel free to contact me with your questions.
Temperament therapy for anyone to help bring balance to your family or individual life.
Personal and professional experience with grief (suicide), loss of a child, sexual abuse and women’s issues. I counsel adults and teens. • Anger •Grief •Marriage counseling • Self-control • Loss of a child • Stress & anxiety. In-person and virtual sessions available. Feel free to contact me with your questions.
Alyssa Mawson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
The family is the foundation upon which we develop our understanding of how to interact and form relationships with people. The family is where we develop our first understanding of how to deal with various emotions such as anger, love, happiness, and sadness. It is also where we learn to manage conflict. I believe in taking the strengths and values that already exist within a family and using them to enhance family relationships and Inspire its members to live a healthier and happier life.
The family is the foundation upon which we develop our understanding of how to interact and form relationships with people. The family is where we develop our first understanding of how to deal with various emotions such as anger, love, happiness, and sadness. It is also where we learn to manage conflict. I believe in taking the strengths and values that already exist within a family and using them to enhance family relationships and Inspire its members to live a healthier and happier life.
Susan Kuczura, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents and families in the Doylestown, New Hope and Bucks County for more than 20 years. A graduate of Temple University and Chestnut Hill College, she enjoys working with children and young adults. Susan served as the Clinical Director of a BHRS agency servicing Philadelphia. She collaborated with teachers, parents and counselors concerning behaviors and classroom interventions. Dr. Kuczura works with people with anxiety, behavior problems, ADHD, Asperger's and Autism, OCD, family issues, depression and bereavement.
Susan Kuczura, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents and families in the Doylestown, New Hope and Bucks County for more than 20 years. A graduate of Temple University and Chestnut Hill College, she enjoys working with children and young adults. Susan served as the Clinical Director of a BHRS agency servicing Philadelphia. She collaborated with teachers, parents and counselors concerning behaviors and classroom interventions. Dr. Kuczura works with people with anxiety, behavior problems, ADHD, Asperger's and Autism, OCD, family issues, depression and bereavement.
The Resilience Therapy Group By Robin Pepe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
I have 20 years experience dealing with adolescence, individual and family issues as well as relationship and parenting issues.
I have worked in a variety of settings, including private counseling, inpatient treatment, schools, and family centers. I have successfully partnered with many clients to better their lives by advancing their emotional well-being and by giving them the tools to develop healthier, more fulfilling relationships. The goal is to promote self-awareness and self-regard, which lead to the emergence of one's best self.
I have 20 years experience dealing with adolescence, individual and family issues as well as relationship and parenting issues.
I have worked in a variety of settings, including private counseling, inpatient treatment, schools, and family centers. I have successfully partnered with many clients to better their lives by advancing their emotional well-being and by giving them the tools to develop healthier, more fulfilling relationships. The goal is to promote self-awareness and self-regard, which lead to the emergence of one's best self.
Jaclyn McNabb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
I have 10 years of experience providing therapeutic support to those struggling with anxiety, depression, school related, self-esteem related, and family stress.
Sometimes, you may feel hopeless and need someone to help you see through the darkness. I am here to help you see the strengths that you possess and help restore your hope through therapy. I believe it is possible to work through any life struggle when the right mindset and support systems are in place.
I have 10 years of experience providing therapeutic support to those struggling with anxiety, depression, school related, self-esteem related, and family stress.
Sometimes, you may feel hopeless and need someone to help you see through the darkness. I am here to help you see the strengths that you possess and help restore your hope through therapy. I believe it is possible to work through any life struggle when the right mindset and support systems are in place.
Kathlyn Drewicz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MSEd, MPhilEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
I will involve the family system, if you would like family members to be part of your therapy journey.
Hi, I'm Kat! I primarily work with preteens, teens, and adults who would like to learn more about the way their brain works, while also strengthening their interpersonal relationships and determining their own core values and belief system. Things like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions can make this more challenging. I would like to offer ways to manage your mental health symptoms and help you to reframe unhelpful thoughts, so you can feel empowered to find meaning and purpose in your life.
I will involve the family system, if you would like family members to be part of your therapy journey.
Hi, I'm Kat! I primarily work with preteens, teens, and adults who would like to learn more about the way their brain works, while also strengthening their interpersonal relationships and determining their own core values and belief system. Things like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions can make this more challenging. I would like to offer ways to manage your mental health symptoms and help you to reframe unhelpful thoughts, so you can feel empowered to find meaning and purpose in your life.
Please reach out to me if you have any questions regarding individual/ family therapy as well as psychological evaluations.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and earned my degree from Chestnut Hill College with a specialty in psychological assessment, and I recently went back and earned my Certification in School Psychology. I completed my predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship with a concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorders across the lifespan at an Autism Center for Excellence in Philadelphia. I received extensive training with (ADOS) Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – Second Edition and have the knowledge and expertise in gold standard evaluation practices to diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder in children as young as 18 months.
Please reach out to me if you have any questions regarding individual/ family therapy as well as psychological evaluations.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and earned my degree from Chestnut Hill College with a specialty in psychological assessment, and I recently went back and earned my Certification in School Psychology. I completed my predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship with a concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorders across the lifespan at an Autism Center for Excellence in Philadelphia. I received extensive training with (ADOS) Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – Second Edition and have the knowledge and expertise in gold standard evaluation practices to diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder in children as young as 18 months.
Strength based, individual and family counseling services for adolescents and adults to support emotional growth and healing through a positive process of self-discovery, empowerment and problem solving.
Strength based, individual and family counseling services for adolescents and adults to support emotional growth and healing through a positive process of self-discovery, empowerment and problem solving.
Alyson graduated from Holy Family University with her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology.
Alyson enjoys working with clients using a strengths-based, person-centered approach, to help clients feel empowered to change their lives. Alyson loves to watch as clients rediscover their goals, interests and feel more comfortable about change. She looks forward to working with you at the Life stance Health Doylestown Location!
Alyson graduated from Holy Family University with her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology.
Alyson enjoys working with clients using a strengths-based, person-centered approach, to help clients feel empowered to change their lives. Alyson loves to watch as clients rediscover their goals, interests and feel more comfortable about change. She looks forward to working with you at the Life stance Health Doylestown Location!
Be it grief, low self-esteem, or family issues—My approach focuses on exploring current barriers, assessing codependency patterns, and collaboratively creating actionable goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by emotional challenges, struggling with past trauma, or navigating complex relationships? I’m here to help. As an LPC specializing in Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Trauma/PTSD, my passion lies in supporting individuals who have experienced traumatic events. I create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your feelings, identify triggers, and develop positive coping skills. Together, we'll address your unique needs and work towards a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Be it grief, low self-esteem, or family issues—My approach focuses on exploring current barriers, assessing codependency patterns, and collaboratively creating actionable goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by emotional challenges, struggling with past trauma, or navigating complex relationships? I’m here to help. As an LPC specializing in Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Trauma/PTSD, my passion lies in supporting individuals who have experienced traumatic events. I create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your feelings, identify triggers, and develop positive coping skills. Together, we'll address your unique needs and work towards a more balanced, fulfilling life.
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Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
I believe in the eclectic theoretical orientation in order to meet the unique needs of each individual/ family.
I helped individuals suffering with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, Autism, ODD, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, and grief/ bereavement, etc. While, I have had experience working with clients ages 3-65, I am most passionate about helping children and adolescents. I have worked in co-occurring mental health and substance abuse settings, running parenting, domestic violence, and anger management groups involving both mandated and voluntary clients. I worked in school settings as well. I have also had experience providing career services, leadership development skills, and self-advocacy skills.
I believe in the eclectic theoretical orientation in order to meet the unique needs of each individual/ family.
I helped individuals suffering with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, Autism, ODD, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, and grief/ bereavement, etc. While, I have had experience working with clients ages 3-65, I am most passionate about helping children and adolescents. I have worked in co-occurring mental health and substance abuse settings, running parenting, domestic violence, and anger management groups involving both mandated and voluntary clients. I worked in school settings as well. I have also had experience providing career services, leadership development skills, and self-advocacy skills.
I do family trauma work to improve healthy relationships.
Life can be difficult to navigate. Whether it's transitions in family dynamics, unresolved trauma, relationship issues or the stressors of life events, you should not feel you are an island in your own life. Challenges are to be expected, getting help for these challenges is a choice. I have been both a middle and elementary school counselor for 32 years combined. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Custody Evaluator. I believe my passion and experience in working with children, teens and families along with individuals facing life transitions give me the skill set to help clients navigate toward positive, healthy change.
I do family trauma work to improve healthy relationships.
Life can be difficult to navigate. Whether it's transitions in family dynamics, unresolved trauma, relationship issues or the stressors of life events, you should not feel you are an island in your own life. Challenges are to be expected, getting help for these challenges is a choice. I have been both a middle and elementary school counselor for 32 years combined. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Custody Evaluator. I believe my passion and experience in working with children, teens and families along with individuals facing life transitions give me the skill set to help clients navigate toward positive, healthy change.
I use evidence based treatment to help you recover: ideas from CBT, DBT & Family Based Treatment.
I help people who are overwhelmed, stressed & struggling to feel like themselves again. As an experienced psychologist, I'll help you gain perspective about your problem and inspire change. During unsettling times, we'll make sense of why you feel so bad and help you live better. I treat men, women, teens & couples helping with depression, anxiety & panic, eating issues & disorders, relationship problems, trauma, dissociative disorders & life transitions. I'm a brainspotting practitionner & collaborate with dietitians & physicians. Call me to schedule a first session. We can get to know each other and make a plan from there.
I use evidence based treatment to help you recover: ideas from CBT, DBT & Family Based Treatment.
I help people who are overwhelmed, stressed & struggling to feel like themselves again. As an experienced psychologist, I'll help you gain perspective about your problem and inspire change. During unsettling times, we'll make sense of why you feel so bad and help you live better. I treat men, women, teens & couples helping with depression, anxiety & panic, eating issues & disorders, relationship problems, trauma, dissociative disorders & life transitions. I'm a brainspotting practitionner & collaborate with dietitians & physicians. Call me to schedule a first session. We can get to know each other and make a plan from there.
I offer family sessions that can enhance communication.
Welcome to my practice! I currently have a wait list of 3 months.I work with children from 5 years old to the dear elderly population. I have a specialty in Play Therapy and I am only one of a few Registered Play Therapists in Bucks County. I hold an MSW degree, and have a graduate certificate from Temple University in Play Therapy.Play Therapy can help with behavioral issues, abuse, social skills, school issues, phobias, abandonment, grief, trauma, divorce, crisis, self injurious behaviors, low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, depression and grief just to mention a few areas.
I offer family sessions that can enhance communication.
Welcome to my practice! I currently have a wait list of 3 months.I work with children from 5 years old to the dear elderly population. I have a specialty in Play Therapy and I am only one of a few Registered Play Therapists in Bucks County. I hold an MSW degree, and have a graduate certificate from Temple University in Play Therapy.Play Therapy can help with behavioral issues, abuse, social skills, school issues, phobias, abandonment, grief, trauma, divorce, crisis, self injurious behaviors, low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, depression and grief just to mention a few areas.
Therapy is an interactive process,and I connect easily and well with people of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety,relationships and family issues,chronic illness or grief. I am a practical person with a good sense of humor and considerable empathy, employing a variety of useful techniques depending on specific problems and goals.
Therapy is an interactive process,and I connect easily and well with people of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety,relationships and family issues,chronic illness or grief. I am a practical person with a good sense of humor and considerable empathy, employing a variety of useful techniques depending on specific problems and goals.
I employ a variety of today's most accepted and proven clinical approaches, including; Family Systems, CBT, DBT, Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic, and Trauma Informed Therapy.
I'm a Licensed Psychologist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and my open mind and heart to my clients. I believe in meeting people "where they are!" on their personal journey. I work with my clients to co-create a therapeutic relationship that allows each person to face their issues and wounds and to embark on a journey of recovery and healing. I believe that the resources for healing lie within the individual. My job is to help to unblock those resources to allow emotional, physical, spiritual and relationship growth to occur.
I employ a variety of today's most accepted and proven clinical approaches, including; Family Systems, CBT, DBT, Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic, and Trauma Informed Therapy.
I'm a Licensed Psychologist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and my open mind and heart to my clients. I believe in meeting people "where they are!" on their personal journey. I work with my clients to co-create a therapeutic relationship that allows each person to face their issues and wounds and to embark on a journey of recovery and healing. I believe that the resources for healing lie within the individual. My job is to help to unblock those resources to allow emotional, physical, spiritual and relationship growth to occur.
See your child at peace and getting along with family and schoolmates.
No one ever told you parenting would be this hard. You love your child, yet the constant battle to keep them content and squash their tantrums feels like an energy drain from which you can’t recoup. You’ve tried everything-redirecting, timeouts, and positive redirection, only to find you are losing your temper more than you care to admit because nothing works. You are in a never-ending cycle of chaos. You realize your stomach turns every time the phone rings in case the school calls again to report another incident. You wish you could just escape, but you can’t tell anyone because you fear you’ll be judged for being a bad parent.
See your child at peace and getting along with family and schoolmates.
No one ever told you parenting would be this hard. You love your child, yet the constant battle to keep them content and squash their tantrums feels like an energy drain from which you can’t recoup. You’ve tried everything-redirecting, timeouts, and positive redirection, only to find you are losing your temper more than you care to admit because nothing works. You are in a never-ending cycle of chaos. You realize your stomach turns every time the phone rings in case the school calls again to report another incident. You wish you could just escape, but you can’t tell anyone because you fear you’ll be judged for being a bad parent.
Humans are products of their environments. In fact, you can tell a lot about a person as they unravel the dimensions of their early family life. Our thoughts mediate everything and carry into our daily experience. I aim to help you identify, explore, and challenge yourself to aid in the journey of becoming the best version of you. Successful clients gain a sense of empowerment, take control of their life, and discern failure as opportunity for success. I have experience with children, adolescents, & adults suffering from OCD, ADHD, BPD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ODD, codependency, and interpersonal conflicts.
Humans are products of their environments. In fact, you can tell a lot about a person as they unravel the dimensions of their early family life. Our thoughts mediate everything and carry into our daily experience. I aim to help you identify, explore, and challenge yourself to aid in the journey of becoming the best version of you. Successful clients gain a sense of empowerment, take control of their life, and discern failure as opportunity for success. I have experience with children, adolescents, & adults suffering from OCD, ADHD, BPD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ODD, codependency, and interpersonal conflicts.
Spearheaded by eating disorder specialists Dr. Stacy Hunt, Clinical Psychologist and Leah Frazee, RD, LND, Bucks Eating Support Collaborative provides comprehensive and quality care for patients of all ages and genders dealing with disordered eating in a HAES informed framework and a body neutrality lens. With two Bucks County locations, Bucks ESC provides individual therapy, family, nutrition and group sessions. Our group of providers also offers trauma support, LGBTQ support, co-occurring Dx, ARFID, & PANS/PANDAS related eating concerns. We also work with athletes with eating disorders and disordered eating.
Spearheaded by eating disorder specialists Dr. Stacy Hunt, Clinical Psychologist and Leah Frazee, RD, LND, Bucks Eating Support Collaborative provides comprehensive and quality care for patients of all ages and genders dealing with disordered eating in a HAES informed framework and a body neutrality lens. With two Bucks County locations, Bucks ESC provides individual therapy, family, nutrition and group sessions. Our group of providers also offers trauma support, LGBTQ support, co-occurring Dx, ARFID, & PANS/PANDAS related eating concerns. We also work with athletes with eating disorders and disordered eating.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.