Therapists in Bala Cynwyd, PA

Everyone’s loss and grief is unique, and yet loss and grief are universal human experiences. There is no one right way to grieve. No universal stages or timetables. No specific coping strategies that are effective for everyone. Yet most people who have experienced a significant loss, have much in common and are able to find ways to cope with their loss and able to reinvest in life. We will find coping strategies that will work for you, positive ways to stay connected to your deceased loved one, and increase meaningful activity and interactions with others.

If we spend enough time together, I hope my compassionate and empowered, sassy self rubs off on you. As your therapist, my role is to cheer you on as you pull yourself up by the bootstraps and to challenge you to tell your depressive voice to buzz off! Count on us to have you eagerly leading yourself through change. People that want to work with me know what it's like to be on the struggle bus. They know what it feels like to not want to get up in the morning or to feel motivated to get things done. The people that work with me have just had enough of shitty situations and want to make an effort to become their best selves.

AATC has a longstanding reputation as a leader in the field of anxiety treatment. We specialize in treating the full range of anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, general life stressors and related conditions, from mild to severe, for children, teens and adults. Our highly-trained, compassionate and caring team of doctoral level psychologists are all experts, providing the most current, effective, evidence-based treatment so our clients get RESULTS. Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure/Response Prevention (E/RP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy and mindfulness may all be utilized. These treatments are often short term and effective for the majority of people. Each client is unique, so your psychologist will collaborate with you so treatment meets your specific goals and needs. Both telehealth and in person options are available. Some psychologists are licensed to work with clients via teletherapy in other states.

Do you find yourself lying awake at night with a racing mind? Are you exhausted all day, yet, not matter how hard you try, you just can’t seem to sleep at night? Are you worried about the impact of sleeplessness on your health, relationships and career? Are fatigue and brain fog making it hard to be present and ‘in the moment’? Perhaps you’re concerned about the health impact of sleep medications or realizing that medications and supplements simply aren’t working like you had hoped. You've explored many solutions and are eager to find one that truly works.

Do you want to feel more security and depth in your relationships? To feel more confident expressing yourself, creating boundaries, and living life in an authentic, brave, and embodied way? I believe that therapy can be a transformative process when a relationship of trust and attuned listening is cultivated. We can work towards self-awareness, self-compassion, and embracing the imperfections and vulnerabilities that make relationships the most meaningful stuff of life. I specialize in supporting teens and adults with life transitions, family/relational issues, identity exploration, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and complex trauma.

In my psychology practice I help people address problems of depression, anxiety, coping with stress, adjusting to difficult life changes or events, self-esteem issues, relationship/marital concerns, and work related difficulties. I have a clinical specialty in assessing and treating problems related to drug and alcohol use.

I am glad you found me. You are not alone, nor do not have to journey through this next chapter alone. Life can be filled with seasons of suffering, pain and change that too often result in anxiety, depression, trauma, disconnection and isolation. All of us can face these seasons in life that are highly difficult, but within these experiences it is possible to find deep resilience, healing and growth. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families create a path forward towards the life and relationships that you envision with yourself, your partner or your family. I would love to join you in this.

I am passionate about working with clients to help them change behavior that does not serve them. I work effectively with people who are hungry to find more resilient, healthy and joyful ways of living.

You’re on a plane. Ready for departure. Terror shoots from the bottom of your feet to the top of your head. “Why is it so hot in here?” Suddenly your hands are sweaty and you feel like you are about to faint. You’d be humiliated if anyone knew what you you’re going through, but you’re too frightened to hold it together. Your thoughts turn on you. “Am I having a heart attack? Am I dying? Heart is thumping violently. Throat feels like its closing. You shake uncontrollably. When the plane lands, you are being escorted off in a wheelchair. You have just experienced your first anxiety attack!

I am experienced and eager to help individuals and couples who want to make positive changes in their lives or cope with life stressors more effectively by use of cognitive-behavioral and problem-solving therapy and positive psychology. Therapy is intended to be goal-oriented and short-term. Couples are guided to regain intimate and personal connections they once had that may have been compromised by life stressors, infidelity, chronic or acute illness, parenting, age, sexual dysfunction, or simply growing apart. I aim to help people decrease distress, improve communication and problem solving, increase intimacy, and improve quality of life.

When working with individuals my focus is to provide deep, compassionate understanding while working together to access emotions connected to your true self that help unlock natural healing processes. With families my focus is to connect and support each family member while working toward a path that is important for the whole family. I have experience helping individuals and families struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, oppositional behaviors, social isolation and trauma.

Do you find it hard to sleep at night because thoughts race through your head? Have you been feeling down, not like the old you? Perhaps you are finding it tough to deal with your boss, co-workers or your loved ones. Whatever difficulties and distress you may be facing, you have just taken the first steps towards improving your life. By working together, you & I can develop a collaborative relationship full of warmth & lacking in judgment. We will develop an environment of safety & trust to foster your growth & experience of more fulfilling connections.

This is not therapy this is an EXPERIENCE. In order to heal, you have to feel. We aren't avoiding the pain any longer. We are experiencing it...in a healing space. Welcome to the Journey.

Clients see me as a warm, nonthreatening person with whom they can talk openly. Individuals seek my help for a variety of reasons: in order to resolve emotional unrest due to relationship issues, to gain insight into themselves and develop more adaptive ways of coping with psychological conflicts and life challenges, and to learn cognitive/behavioral strategies to better manage physical pain, anxiety, depression and stress. My goal is to work with a person who is typically in a great deal of emotional pain at the outset, but through our collaboration, is then able to make healthier choices that enhance rather than hurt their life.

I have many years experience helping people who have anxiety, depression, addictions, compulsive behavior disorders (food, sex, gambling) and all kinds of relational challenges. I call myself a Wholistic Existential Psychologist, indicating that I work from a Depth Psychology perspective that emphasizes each person's unique life and the interaction of mind, body and spirit in finding balance and personal integration. I believe that a healing relationship is at the core of successful psychotherapy. I also believe that Psychotherapy is a process of completing unfinished business and rewriting negative personal narratives into more positive life stories.

If you ventured onto this site, I imagine you may be dealing with a stressor that is overwhelming. You took the first important step towards getting help, and that is great. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 19 years of experience working with individuals that are dealing with a variety of circumstances, including mental health issues, life transitions, and difficulty managing stress. The most important thing to me is understanding your particular situation, how you are experiencing life, and working together to teach you tools and techniques you can use to instill hope, peace of mind, and life satisfaction.

You are so done with working hard at being someone and something you are not. You may also be tired of faking a smile that is so often a mask. You have been living under the expectations of others and it may be getting in the way of you getting what you want out of life and being who you want to be. You want to live differently and you either don’t know where to start or you are ready for the next step in your journey to becoming more you. You may want to experience more freedom, more peace or greater connection to yourself or in your relationship with others.

My experience has led me to work with a variety of different types of clients and challenges. Some of my professional specializations include substance use and damaging habits, challenges with infertility and pregnancy loss, anxiety, depression, and relationship stress stemming from mental health challenges in a partner. Some people are looking to grieve and be supported through a challenging chapter of life, some are struggling with hopelessness, anxiety, or depression, others want to make changes in their lives but just can't seem to leave behind old patterns, and some people struggle with these challenges in combination.

Have you been worrying a lot lately, feeling stressed out by the demands of everyday life? Perhaps it is the loss of a loved one, or the break-up of a relationship which is bringing you down. Do you keep trying to get back the old you, but it is just not working. There may be disappointment and traumatic events in your past, or serious trouble communicating with a loved one. I have 30 years experience helping people feel better and cope more effectively with stress, anxiety, loss, and life's challenges. I have been honored to be selected a "Top Doc" Psychologist by S. Jersey Magazine, by both readers and by S. Jersey physicians.