Photo of Mariah Veley - Veley Foundation, MSEd, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Veley Foundation
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18106
If you'd like to master coping skills, learn more about yourself, conquer anxiety and/or depression, we can help. Do you want to strengthen your relationships with family members or repair a damaged marriage? Would you like to work on co-parenting in order to enjoy your child and prepare them for a successful future? Veley Foundation can provide supportive parenting coaching in order to increase familial attachment and enhance emotional regulation for the individual and/or the entire family using a family systems approach.
If you'd like to master coping skills, learn more about yourself, conquer anxiety and/or depression, we can help. Do you want to strengthen your relationships with family members or repair a damaged marriage? Would you like to work on co-parenting in order to enjoy your child and prepare them for a successful future? Veley Foundation can provide supportive parenting coaching in order to increase familial attachment and enhance emotional regulation for the individual and/or the entire family using a family systems approach.
(267) 362-4310 View (267) 362-4310
Photo of Stephanie Weber-Atkinson, PsyD, Psychologist
Stephanie Weber-Atkinson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18102
My passion is lifespan services; helping people adjust to transitional stages throughout their lives; school-transitions, marriage, divorce, developmental disabilities, academic difficulties, motivational issues, relationship roadblocks, grief and loss, geographic relocations, etc.
I am a Licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania and New York with a specialty in clinical psychology. I specialize in psychological assessments and evaluations and utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy in my practice. I have years of experience with adjustment disorders, life transitions, and overall family development. Prior to working in private practice, I was sought after for my extensive psychological evaluations, including cognitive, academic/achievement, personality, and neuropsychological inventories. I believe that assessment tools, particularly self-report inventories, are useful in guiding therapeutic progress in therapy.
My passion is lifespan services; helping people adjust to transitional stages throughout their lives; school-transitions, marriage, divorce, developmental disabilities, academic difficulties, motivational issues, relationship roadblocks, grief and loss, geographic relocations, etc.
I am a Licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania and New York with a specialty in clinical psychology. I specialize in psychological assessments and evaluations and utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy in my practice. I have years of experience with adjustment disorders, life transitions, and overall family development. Prior to working in private practice, I was sought after for my extensive psychological evaluations, including cognitive, academic/achievement, personality, and neuropsychological inventories. I believe that assessment tools, particularly self-report inventories, are useful in guiding therapeutic progress in therapy.
(610) 572-7893 View (610) 572-7893
Photo of Patricia Cilenti - Patricia Cilenti , MS, LBS, CMFT, CLC
Patricia Cilenti
MS, LBS, CMFT, CLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18101  (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the time for yourself today. You are on the first step to a positive journey of change. It may all begin with an idea, a life challenge, or a goal. Maybe you're having relationship struggles or issues in parenting. I'm here to help you! I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals ( children and adults) as well as couples. It is my goal to help you live your best life. Licensed Behavioral Specialist, autism & ABA, Certification in marriage and family counseling.Nationally certified life coach and mindfulness counselor.
Thank you for taking the time for yourself today. You are on the first step to a positive journey of change. It may all begin with an idea, a life challenge, or a goal. Maybe you're having relationship struggles or issues in parenting. I'm here to help you! I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals ( children and adults) as well as couples. It is my goal to help you live your best life. Licensed Behavioral Specialist, autism & ABA, Certification in marriage and family counseling.Nationally certified life coach and mindfulness counselor.
(610) 708-2268 View (610) 708-2268
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Philip J. Kinney
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
Not accepting new clients
No matter what your troubles, keep your chin up! Studies show that the vast majority of psychological problems are solved with good therapy, time, and effort. It can really help to see a skilled and empathic veteran with 30 years in practice like Dr. Phil Kinney.
No matter what your troubles, keep your chin up! Studies show that the vast majority of psychological problems are solved with good therapy, time, and effort. It can really help to see a skilled and empathic veteran with 30 years in practice like Dr. Phil Kinney.
(484) 462-7095 View (484) 462-7095
Photo of Dennis R George, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Dennis R George
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18106
In our crazy, stress filled word I offer a space to learn how to keep your life on track. I am a down to earth therapist. I am solution focused and like to help my clients find the positives in their lives. No psychobabble here. If you would like to make some changes to your life, I can help you do that in a healthy and productive way. Whether it is navigating anxiety, healing from grief and loss, or improving your relationships, my office is a safe place to begin.
In our crazy, stress filled word I offer a space to learn how to keep your life on track. I am a down to earth therapist. I am solution focused and like to help my clients find the positives in their lives. No psychobabble here. If you would like to make some changes to your life, I can help you do that in a healthy and productive way. Whether it is navigating anxiety, healing from grief and loss, or improving your relationships, my office is a safe place to begin.
(610) 624-5579 View (610) 624-5579
Photo of Paige Lilly-Ivens, MA, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Paige Lilly-Ivens
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103
Now offering in person sessions! “The problem is the problem, the person is not the problem.” - Michael White and David Epston. Hello! My name is Paige, and I am here to listen. You are unique and so is your story, and it does not have to end in just one way. At some time or another, every one of us will face difficulties; reaching out to a new counselor can be a scary thing! No matter where you are in your life, I will meet you there with a calming, warm, nonjudgmental, and non-blaming presence to help you identify and work through whatever is weighing heavy on you and holding you back from living to your desired potential.
Now offering in person sessions! “The problem is the problem, the person is not the problem.” - Michael White and David Epston. Hello! My name is Paige, and I am here to listen. You are unique and so is your story, and it does not have to end in just one way. At some time or another, every one of us will face difficulties; reaching out to a new counselor can be a scary thing! No matter where you are in your life, I will meet you there with a calming, warm, nonjudgmental, and non-blaming presence to help you identify and work through whatever is weighing heavy on you and holding you back from living to your desired potential.
(610) 880-3096 View (610) 880-3096
Photo of Jorge Adalberto Acosta, PhD, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Jorge Adalberto Acosta
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18106
In his practice, Dr. Acosta uses different approaches with the purpose of promoting a therapeutic experience focused on favoring the awareness of the people he serves about their own needs and potentials.
In his practice, Dr. Acosta uses different approaches with the purpose of promoting a therapeutic experience focused on favoring the awareness of the people he serves about their own needs and potentials.
(610) 510-2395 View (610) 510-2395
Photo of Allison Otto, PsyD, Psychologist
Allison Otto
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103
Waitlist for new clients
Our work together will focus on self growth and making significant, long lasting changes, in yourself and in the way that you relate to others. I believe that people are complex individuals with dynamic lives and histories, and so my approach to psychotherapy is individualized to each of my clients. In addition to psychotherapy, I also provide diagnostic psychological testing and consultation for individuals who are seeking insight into their personalities, ways of thinking, symptoms, strengths, and areas for growth. I am also able to provide forensic evaluations, including child custody evaluations.
Our work together will focus on self growth and making significant, long lasting changes, in yourself and in the way that you relate to others. I believe that people are complex individuals with dynamic lives and histories, and so my approach to psychotherapy is individualized to each of my clients. In addition to psychotherapy, I also provide diagnostic psychological testing and consultation for individuals who are seeking insight into their personalities, ways of thinking, symptoms, strengths, and areas for growth. I am also able to provide forensic evaluations, including child custody evaluations.
(610) 709-6556 View (610) 709-6556
Photo of Maribeth (Liz) Younger - Liz Younger, LCSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Liz Younger, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104  (Online Only)
My therapeutic philosophy is that Individuals need to be a part of their own solutions. I strive to empower clients to feel that their successes come from themselves and are the result of their own hard work. My experience in social work is deliberately broad to address a wide range of concerns. My background includes child development/behavioral issues, couples counseling, adolescent, geriatric, vocational/employment counseling, chronic disease case management and Life coaching.
My therapeutic philosophy is that Individuals need to be a part of their own solutions. I strive to empower clients to feel that their successes come from themselves and are the result of their own hard work. My experience in social work is deliberately broad to address a wide range of concerns. My background includes child development/behavioral issues, couples counseling, adolescent, geriatric, vocational/employment counseling, chronic disease case management and Life coaching.
(610) 708-2376 View (610) 708-2376
Photo of Samantha Pastier Llc, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Samantha Pastier Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that in any dynamic, whether it is in couples, family, or individual counseling; in order to achieve a healthy lifestyle it is a journey and every journey starts with one step. The first step is seeking help with a therapist that knows and understands what you are going through. Throughout my work as a therapist, I have worked with a diverse group of individuals in a wide array of settings. Working with a diverse population, I have learned and truly believe that it takes a collaborative approach to treatment in order to achieve a healthy lifestyle.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that in any dynamic, whether it is in couples, family, or individual counseling; in order to achieve a healthy lifestyle it is a journey and every journey starts with one step. The first step is seeking help with a therapist that knows and understands what you are going through. Throughout my work as a therapist, I have worked with a diverse group of individuals in a wide array of settings. Working with a diverse population, I have learned and truly believe that it takes a collaborative approach to treatment in order to achieve a healthy lifestyle.
(717) 775-6225 View (717) 775-6225
Photo of Dare Owoloja, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Dare Owoloja
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104  (Online Only)
I am Licensed a professional Counseling (LPC) from the state of Pennsylvania. I have been providing services in the social services field for 15 years. I have versatile experience with competence in providing therapeutic milieu for individuals with affect behavioral changes and improve the individual's psychological health and functioning.
I am Licensed a professional Counseling (LPC) from the state of Pennsylvania. I have been providing services in the social services field for 15 years. I have versatile experience with competence in providing therapeutic milieu for individuals with affect behavioral changes and improve the individual's psychological health and functioning.
(610) 379-3683 View (610) 379-3683
Photo of Ramona Ramirez De Perez ( English Spanish)., BSED, MA, FT, CCBT
Ramona Ramirez De Perez ( English Spanish).
BSED, MA, FT, CCBT
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18102
'I have worked with individual, families and groups for many years, I specialize in treatment management. 'I believe that we can all positively change and improve attitudes, thoughts and lifestyle.
'I have worked with individual, families and groups for many years, I specialize in treatment management. 'I believe that we can all positively change and improve attitudes, thoughts and lifestyle.
(610) 839-8139 View (610) 839-8139
Photo of Leslie M. Chaundy - Mind Matters Counseling & Psychological Assocs, PsyD, LCSW, NCSP, ABSNP, Psychologist
Mind Matters Counseling & Psychological Assocs
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW, NCSP, ABSNP
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18106
Our vision at Mind Matters Coaching, Counseling & Psychological Associates, LLC is to help bring growth, healing, and peace of mind to people who struggle with matters of the mind. We have caring, compassionate, experienced, credentialed, and licensed professionals who are both doctoral level psychologists and master's level clinicians. We provide individual, family, and couples counseling, life coaching, child and adolescent therapy, EMDR, educational, psychological, and forensic testing and evaluations, career coaching, and consultation for both individuals and businesses.
Our vision at Mind Matters Coaching, Counseling & Psychological Associates, LLC is to help bring growth, healing, and peace of mind to people who struggle with matters of the mind. We have caring, compassionate, experienced, credentialed, and licensed professionals who are both doctoral level psychologists and master's level clinicians. We provide individual, family, and couples counseling, life coaching, child and adolescent therapy, EMDR, educational, psychological, and forensic testing and evaluations, career coaching, and consultation for both individuals and businesses.
(610) 816-6232 View (610) 816-6232
Photo of Jenn Mythique Allen - Sex Therapist, MS, LPC, CCTP, ERYT500, Licensed Professional Counselor
Jenn Mythique Allen - Sex Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP, ERYT500
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18102
Are you looking for a safe place to talk about sexuality and relationship concerns? My approach blends holistic practices like yoga and herbalism with a solid academic background, emphasizing balance and wellness. I use a strength-based integrative approach, helping clients tap into their unique coping skills and strengths, blending Western and Eastern methods for holistic treatment. Specializing in trauma, LGBTQIA issues, alternative sexual lifestyles, and midlife sexuality, my expertise extends to Integrative & Nutritional Approaches to Mental Health. Currently pursuing National Certification in Sex Therapy through AASECT.
Are you looking for a safe place to talk about sexuality and relationship concerns? My approach blends holistic practices like yoga and herbalism with a solid academic background, emphasizing balance and wellness. I use a strength-based integrative approach, helping clients tap into their unique coping skills and strengths, blending Western and Eastern methods for holistic treatment. Specializing in trauma, LGBTQIA issues, alternative sexual lifestyles, and midlife sexuality, my expertise extends to Integrative & Nutritional Approaches to Mental Health. Currently pursuing National Certification in Sex Therapy through AASECT.
(505) 560-2445 View (505) 560-2445
Photo of Vincent Lamont, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Vincent Lamont
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
My name is Vincent Lamont and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (Pennsylvania). Entering therapy can be a difficult decision for most people. I am committed to gently guiding my clients toward a place of relief from emotional distress and an enhanced sense of well-being. I am here to provide a safe space, and to help you work through whatever issue or conflict is troubling you.
My name is Vincent Lamont and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (Pennsylvania). Entering therapy can be a difficult decision for most people. I am committed to gently guiding my clients toward a place of relief from emotional distress and an enhanced sense of well-being. I am here to provide a safe space, and to help you work through whatever issue or conflict is troubling you.
(267) 433-2706 View (267) 433-2706
Photo of Richard Joseph Loeb, MA, Licensed Professional Counselor
Richard Joseph Loeb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18102
I provide a safe and ethical practice that embraces individuality. My capacities are teacher, mentor, guardian, cheer leader, back-board, and many others. I present in reality and genuinely so.. Change and grow are possible in most cases. Client / patent focus in a holistic, comprehensive manner.
I provide a safe and ethical practice that embraces individuality. My capacities are teacher, mentor, guardian, cheer leader, back-board, and many others. I present in reality and genuinely so.. Change and grow are possible in most cases. Client / patent focus in a holistic, comprehensive manner.
(610) 624-6627 View (610) 624-6627
Photo of Anthony Silvio Campolo, LPC, LCMHC, LPCMH, LCADC, ACS, Licensed Professional Counselor
Anthony Silvio Campolo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC, LPCMH, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104
Are you seeking treatment, but finding it very difficult? The decision to seek treatment is often very difficult, yet a necessary choice. For the last 30 years I have been providing a non-judgmental arena to work on a variety of issues to include but not limited to addiction, anger, gambling, co-occurring disorders, behavioral concerns, depression and anxiety.
Are you seeking treatment, but finding it very difficult? The decision to seek treatment is often very difficult, yet a necessary choice. For the last 30 years I have been providing a non-judgmental arena to work on a variety of issues to include but not limited to addiction, anger, gambling, co-occurring disorders, behavioral concerns, depression and anxiety.
(570) 401-3216 View (570) 401-3216
Photo of Rana Dimmig, MSS, MLSP, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Rana Dimmig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, MLSP, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18101
Each of us needs to find a way to interact with our world in the best way we can. Sometimes, things happen that make this difficult. Everyone deserves to have someone listen to them and hear them.
Each of us needs to find a way to interact with our world in the best way we can. Sometimes, things happen that make this difficult. Everyone deserves to have someone listen to them and hear them.
(610) 624-8266 View (610) 624-8266
Photo of William Cooper, MEd, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
William Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
With over 35 years of professional counseling and consultative experience in college, agency, corporate, and private practice settings I am able to offer my clients caring, compassionate assistance in assessing and addressing a variety of issues which when resolved will result in a more fulfilling and productive life.
With over 35 years of professional counseling and consultative experience in college, agency, corporate, and private practice settings I am able to offer my clients caring, compassionate assistance in assessing and addressing a variety of issues which when resolved will result in a more fulfilling and productive life.
(610) 810-1302 View (610) 810-1302
Photo of Rachel Kelly, MACP, NCC, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Rachel Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACP, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18102  (Online Only)
Rachel Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years in the mental health and addictions field. Rachel works with adults who are seeking help for trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, Women’s issues, and life transitions. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Lock Haven University and received her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Arcadia University.
Rachel Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years in the mental health and addictions field. Rachel works with adults who are seeking help for trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, Women’s issues, and life transitions. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Lock Haven University and received her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Arcadia University.
(484) 430-3259 View (484) 430-3259
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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.