Video Game Addiction Therapists in Emerald, PA

Exploring emotions can be a profound journey, often beginning with the simplest of questions: How do you describe an emotion without using other emotional terms? This question underscores the instinctual nature of our feelings, guiding my approach to therapy. I believe in bringing awareness to these emotions, recognizing their inherent nature, and harnessing the strengths each person carries within them.

Choosing a therapist is a piece of cake. All you have to do is randomly pick someone out of this list and hope for the best, right? Just kidding. In all seriousness, finding a therapist can be a daunting task, and it sure isn’t ‘one size fits all’. My goal as a therapist is to help you reflect and create self-awareness, directed primarily at overcoming mental or emotional roadblocks. “Empathy has no script. There is no right way or wrong way to do it. It’s simply listening, holding space, withholding judgment, emotionally connecting, and communicating that incredibly healing message of ‘You’re not alone.’”- Brené Brown.

My goal as a therapist is to empower others to reach their fullest potential with their healthiest mind and skill-set. Working together, we can build upon your skills to find balance and relief. I am currently seeing clients virtually, as well as seeing clients in my private practice office on a limited basis due to COVID.

Anxiety and stress affect everyone. Whatever the cause- relationships, school, work, medical issues, existential/spiritual crisis, loss of any kind- it can be overwhelming. Important obligations and events might be avoided, communication and connection compromised. Self-esteem, sleep, energy level, and mood all may suffer. We will collaborate to address the challenging areas of your life, manage stresses from your environment and body, and develop strategies to overcome unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior. Through this work it will be possible to experience relief, become happier, and evolve as a person.

A world of dew, And within every dewdrop A world of struggle. Kobayashi Issa

If you are having difficulty overcoming struggles in your life, you are not alone. I can help you navigate through these issues, and offer a safe, comfortable, confidential space for you to share. I listen with empathy and can assist you in defining appropriate strategies to help you meet your treatment goals. My clientele consists of children, adolescents, and adults; I have experience working with a variety of issues including: ADHD, ADD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Adjustment issues, low self-esteem, poor coping skills, and interpersonal relationship problems.

I work with those experiencing mental health issues, trauma, and addictions. An ideal client would be someone who took suggestions and invested in their own healing. Their needs may include a mood disorder or behavior that they want to change. We would work on their thinking and how that impacts their behaviors. We would also look at their motivations and how to increase their motivations to make better decisions. The goal would be that the client would do what they learn in therapy while living their lives. They would no longer need me to help them through things and would be able to lean on their natural support.

As a young adult I sought out counseling to help me navigate my life's issues. It felt most beneficial when a therapist, by listening and understanding me, in a nonjudgmental, supportive and educational way, seemed to meet me where I was at both emotionally and mentally- giving me hope, the tools, the time and the motivation I needed to heal.These healing experiences gave me the desire to help others. Thus following their positive examples, I have approached everyone's treatment on an individual basis- knowing everyone is different emotionally and mentally, and are coming from different life experiences.

I believe that the ability to calm down and solve problems are two of the most crucial skills for success in life! Over the past thirty plus years I have had the honor of having many people from many different backgrounds share their stories of life's victories, challenges, and pain with me. Most individuals have both obvious and hidden strengths that can be called up to help them to move past obstacles. I feel skilled about being able to create the emotional safety for people to truly discover and tap in to their own resources. As clients then learn and become empowered with strong, coping skills, exciting postive changes happen!

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 feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of parenting your child or teen? Do you feel confused about which latest parenting expert’s advice you should be following? It can be frustrating to figure out which approach feels both best for your child and authentic to you as the parent. As a dedicated therapist with many years of experience treating children and teens with significant emotional and behavioral difficulties, this is where I can help. With a welcoming and candid approach, I create a space where kids feel listened to and parents feel truly supported.

My clients come from all walks of life. Whether you have lived in the area your whole life, or just moved to town. Whether you are struggling with up and down moods, are stuck in life, struggling with relationships or belonging in society, or just want to deepen an understanding of your life. I want to be able to listen, understand, and help you each step of the way. Consultations are always free, and can be both face to face or teleconference.

My passion is working with young people and their families concerned about the impact of substance use in their lives. I understand that many people have been harmed by one-size-fit-all treatment approaches, so self-empowerment is my focus and my approach is person- and family-centric. There are many paths to wellness. This means that you are in charge of your treatment goals. I understand that any change is difficult so I'll meet you where you're at in the change process to empower you to take the next steps.

Rik Fire (aka Manjot Singh Khalsa) is a psychotherapist in private practice since 1996, sacred healer, interfaith minister, teacher and co-creator of Radikal Healing. Radikal Healing is a process of life transformation utilizing a complement of modalities tailored to each client's individual needs including psychotherapy, meditation, Kundalini yoga, Shamanic technology, energy medicine, life coaching and supervised fasting. Village of Radikal Healing in Montgomery County, PA & Radikal Healing Suite Asbury Park, NJ are healing centers that provide opportunities for people to embrace the Radikal Life they were meant to live.

People are so sick of holding their tongue, wearing costumes, and being inauthentic when navigating social relations. To me, therapy is a place to say the thing and acknowledge the parts of us that many won’t see or hear. The freedom that follows from that experience alone can make all the difference. My hope for our therapeutic relationship is to make space for all of that and more.

With over 30 years of clinical practice, extensive continuing education, and an emphasis on what works rather than on what’s wrong, I tailor my approach to the specific needs of each individual, couple, family, and group for whom I provide service. Using proven methods, I am able to offer, among others, supportive, interactional, brief problem-solving, cognitive-behavioral, including trauma focused cognitive-behavioral, and relational psychotherapies. Common themes among my clients are concerns related to relationship difficulties, bereavement, mood disorders including depression, anxiety, childhood behavioral problems, eating disorders, compulsive and additive behaviors, and difficulties related to specific life circumstances.

Brightside Counseling LLC is a community based therapeutic service dedicated to helping families, parents, couples, children, and adolescents suffering from behavioral health disabilities. Our services also include group therapy, parenting support, advocacy, home-based support, conflict management skills, social skills training, life coaching, bereavement, stress management, divorce mediation, and intensive family therapy.

Hello! I am Dr. Ritchie I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in three states and I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, trauma, and chronic stress. Anxiety and depression can come to dominate our lives and feel so overwhelming that even everyday tasks seem impossible. With the right kind of support, however, the patterns you find yourself stuck in are possible to escape! I have a strong background in evidence-based psychotherapy and use modern treatments to assist you in breaking unhelpful habits. I have been treating clients through individual psychotherapy for 7 years and I take an active, collaborative approach to treatment.

With 23 years of clinical experience in pediatric and adult clinical medical psychology, I value addressing psychological wellness through a comprehensive systems approach. My therapeutic training is based in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).I believe each client plays an active role in their customized treatment to address their concerns, expand insight and achieve desired goals. I have specialized training in anxiety and depressive disorders, cyber bullying, chronic pain, stress, eating disorders, transitions associated with divorce, GI disorders & behavioral modification. For more information go to www.drchristinemarkow.com