Grief Therapists in Ardmore, PA

I work with individuals, couples, and families. Adults and children who are dealing with bereavement, medical issues, and other life stressors are among my clients. Sandtray Therapy and Play Therapy are among the modalities I use to help adults and children express themselves and heal. When appropriate, these methods are effectively combined with Family Therapy to help people cope with traumatic life experiences, emotional problems and relationship difficulties.

Individual Therapy provides an opportunity for a deeper understanding of our thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. It can be a challenge to find a therapist who understands the deeper parts of you, your story, and your life. You want someone who can be supportive yet directive. In our work together I will provide a safe space for exploration and growth.

Life transitions can be tough. Whether you are a young adult transitioning to life on your own, a parent whose child is exerting their independence in the teen years, relationship issues in marriage, divorce, or caring for aging parents; life throws us all curve balls from time to time that can leave us feeling paralyzed, and not knowing what to do or how to respond. I can help you process your situation and give you the confidence to move forward with courage and dignity.

Clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress due to relationship,family and work issues, as well as those suffering from loss and grief find that my long professional experience and warm, empathic style helps them access their own inner strengths. I strive to help clients clarify their thoughts and feelings, and support them in developing personal goals that will make their lives more satisfying. My intention is to help clients remove both inner and outer obstacles that prevent them from living rich and meaningful lives. I find my work deeply rewarding and inspiring.

Do you feel like life is not worth living? Have you lost a loved one and see no happiness without them? It can happen with death, suicide, or divorce. Do you feel like a failure, ashamed of yourself and are angry with yourself because you cannot change? Do you feel that you are not like others and can do nothing about it? You are likely depressed. Have you suffered a trauma - rape, auto accident, military incident and relive the horror? Are you anxious and constantly afraid? You may have PTSD. Call for a free consultation.

I believe that everyone has strengths--and that everyone encounters challenges. During difficult times, I can help you find new ways of understanding what's happening, additional resources for support and enhanced coping skills that build on your existing strengths. I work primarily with adults, individually, in couples or as families.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides therapy with respect, acceptance, and compassion in a setting that is safe and supportive. My goal is to make therapy a trusting, collaborative effort, helping people to create the change they seek in their lives. My particular areas of research, expertise and interest include: relationships and communication; grief and loss; the impact of chronic illness; struggles related to gender and sexuality; coping with transitions in life; and job related stressors particularly for healthcare providers.

Hello! I'm Marlee, a dedicated and empathetic counseling intern passionate about supporting individuals who are working through their healing journeys and personal growth. As a counseling graduate student, I bring fresh perspectives and a commitment to creating a safe space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

I wholeheartedly believe and trust that each person is uniquely resilient and has the capacity to heal from trauma. As a therapist, my passion lies in helping people regain safety and security in their mind and body after experiencing trauma. In treatment, I will support you in rebuilding authentic relationships to yourself, others, and the world around you. Much of my experience entails working with physical and sexual trauma, grief, racial trauma, and relationship challenges. In my practice, I primarily work with female-identifying people of color.

Hi! I’m an LCSW based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. I obtained my master’s degree from the University of Maryland and have 24 years of counseling experience. Areas of focus in my practice include helping clients navigate grief issues, adjustment and transition challenges, anxiety, and depression. For the past 7 years, my focus has be working with clients who struggle with the effects of PTSD, complex trauma, and stressor-related disorders. The debilitating effects of traumatic experiences can include symptoms of high anxiety, fears and phobias, anger reactions, avoidance, depression, sleep problems and nightmares, flashbacks

I became a psychotherapist because my own therapy and therapist was so incredibly impactful. It is the greatest honor and privilege to bear witness to my clients' lives. I have an egalitarian approach; we partner together to give you the support needed to make whatever changes you are seeking in your life.

My goal as your therapist is to help you understand yourself better, take better care of yourself, and make healthier choices to enhance your relationships and meet your life goals. I try to understand your problems in the context of your personal life history, your family background, and your cultural identity.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist, board certified music therapist and licensed professional counselor. I have training in integrative psychology, humanistic/existential, cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic/psychoanalytic approaches. We can explore your dreams together. I offer EMDR and MARI-Mandala therapeutic assessments. I offer psychological testing and evaluations to help address concerns and clarify diagnoses. I assess a variety of conditions, including, ADHD, mental health disorders, personality traits, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and PTSD, among other conditions.

I am an individual, couples and family therapist with more than twenty years experience treating couples issues, adolescent and family problems, grief and bereavement, depression and adjustment problems. My primary goal as a therapist is to help my clients effectively meet and respond to the issues and problems of their lives, either in their roles as parents, spouses, or teenagers. I work hard to understand each client and family member's dilemmas and struggles, and to create an atmosphere of trust so that each session provides a place where one is heard, understood and supported.

Do you feel alone in your relationship, longing for closeness but stuck repeating the same painful patterns that keep you at a distance? Are you having the same fight again and again? Are you coping with a crisis, such as infidelity, loss of a relationship, the death of a loved one, or a major life transition? Have you reached a level of success and stability in life and still find yourself unfulfilled? I have 15 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families cope with crisis and break through the painful patterns that prevent them from feeling fulfilled.

People see a therapist for many reasons. Some feel overwhelmed, sad, disconnected, angry, or confused; some seek guidance as they cope with traumatic events or navigate stressful transitions. Therapy offers opportunities to heal from trauma and loss, to deepen our self-understanding, and to grow in our capacity for authenticity and connection. It takes courage to reach out for support, and I would be honored to be a part of your journey.

We are living in challenging times. Children and parents need support to get through issues such as divorce, loss of a loved one, illness of a family member, school pressures, adolescent conflict, adult children moving back into the home and bullying. Within the context of family therapy, I work with children ages three through the young adult years. I am a trained play therapist and able to help children and adolescents express their feelings and deep emotions. I am able to work, both individually with family members and in family therapy, to support change and growth for the entire family.

Do you have a child or teenager that you are worried about? Have they exhibited behaviors that are getting them into trouble? Children, like adults, need to learn healthy coping skills to manage the stressors of today's world. Issues such as divorce, loss of a loved one, school and peer pressures can be challenging for families particularly during the uncertainty of a global pandemic. As a registered play therapist, I work within the context of family therapy to provide a safe space for children to address their deep emotions while providing support and education to parents so they can continue the healing process at home.

Are you struggling with relationships? Experiencing problems with anxiety, depression, or just an overall sense of unhappiness? Do you want something in your life to change but feel stuck? I'm a Psychotherapist who is blessed to do work that I love and am passionate about. I'm constantly inspired by the client's awareness, growth and transformation process that occurs in therapy. The therapeutic relationship is the best indicator of effective outcomes for clients. Therefore I focus on building relationships with emotional safety, comfort and trust. I tailor my theoretical approach to fit each individual's specific needs.