Anxiety Therapists in Harmony, PA
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Do you sometimes feel disconnected from everything and everyone? Are you struggling to love yourself or to maintain healthy connections with the people you care about? Are you struggling with grief, loss, or the negative effects of past experiences? Do you feel anxious, worried and fearful? You are not alone. And the process of therapy can help you make the connections that have gone unacknowledged between your past experience and present struggles, and develop tools and strategies to help you heal the past, learn to cope with the present, and feel prepared to step into your life and relationships happier and healing.
Do you sometimes feel disconnected from everything and everyone? Are you struggling to love yourself or to maintain healthy connections with the people you care about? Are you struggling with grief, loss, or the negative effects of past experiences? Do you feel anxious, worried and fearful? You are not alone. And the process of therapy can help you make the connections that have gone unacknowledged between your past experience and present struggles, and develop tools and strategies to help you heal the past, learn to cope with the present, and feel prepared to step into your life and relationships happier and healing.
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I have experienced my own trauma and experienced the relief of finally processing it. There are proven ways to get "unstuck". Let me help you give that to yourself! I am an LCSW that specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles and family issues. I use a client led approach. I believe in creating an empathetic and non-judgemental space to help people be comfortable. I am passionate about helping people to explore what is holding them back from being their best self on their own terms and on their timeline.
I have experienced my own trauma and experienced the relief of finally processing it. There are proven ways to get "unstuck". Let me help you give that to yourself! I am an LCSW that specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles and family issues. I use a client led approach. I believe in creating an empathetic and non-judgemental space to help people be comfortable. I am passionate about helping people to explore what is holding them back from being their best self on their own terms and on their timeline.
![Photo of Gemma Carlino, MSEd, LPC, CADC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1aa99470-2c91-4899-a6d6-632f1b952932/2/320x400.jpeg)
Gemma Carlino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harmony, PA 16037 (Online Only)
During our initial sessions, I will take time to get to know you, and together, we will set goals for what you want to accomplish in therapy. Whether you are looking for extra support during a challenging time or you are thinking of making a change in your life, I look forward to working with you as a guide and support to help you through your process!
During our initial sessions, I will take time to get to know you, and together, we will set goals for what you want to accomplish in therapy. Whether you are looking for extra support during a challenging time or you are thinking of making a change in your life, I look forward to working with you as a guide and support to help you through your process!
![Photo of Dr. Rebecca S. de Vries, BC-TMH,, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43955a0c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Rebecca S. de Vries
Licensed Professional Counselor, BC-TMH,, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harmony, PA 16037 (Online Only)
I want to help with your problem(s) but also your life in the future. We’ll focus on what’s currently interfering with your daily life. Success requires you to make changes, set short term goals, prioritize, and develop long term goals. CHANGE requires an open mind regardless of your issues, needs, or goals. Independent of what you want and why. Change is not easy, the process is not steady, and will likely include setbacks. Long term change requires modifying your thoughts such as the interactions of feelings and logic.
I want to help with your problem(s) but also your life in the future. We’ll focus on what’s currently interfering with your daily life. Success requires you to make changes, set short term goals, prioritize, and develop long term goals. CHANGE requires an open mind regardless of your issues, needs, or goals. Independent of what you want and why. Change is not easy, the process is not steady, and will likely include setbacks. Long term change requires modifying your thoughts such as the interactions of feelings and logic.
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![Photo of Jennifer Brosenitsch, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/47a460b6-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I have specialty training in: Chronic depression and anxiety, grief counseling, trauma, self-esteem, parenting support, and relational issues and conflict resolution.
Life can often be overwhelming. I can help you tap into your inner strength and personal power so you can make the changes needed to feel better and create a more fulfilling life. Whether you are looking into counseling for some personal growth or because you are hanging by a thread, I can provide you tools for healing and reaching your goals. There is nothing weak about being in the care of a counselor. It's STRONG. You are not passively waiting for your strength or healing. You are doing the work. It's my privilege to be a part of that process.
I have specialty training in: Chronic depression and anxiety, grief counseling, trauma, self-esteem, parenting support, and relational issues and conflict resolution.
Life can often be overwhelming. I can help you tap into your inner strength and personal power so you can make the changes needed to feel better and create a more fulfilling life. Whether you are looking into counseling for some personal growth or because you are hanging by a thread, I can provide you tools for healing and reaching your goals. There is nothing weak about being in the care of a counselor. It's STRONG. You are not passively waiting for your strength or healing. You are doing the work. It's my privilege to be a part of that process.
![Photo of Maria Christina - Maria Christina LPC LLC, MS, NCC, LPC, CIMHP, BC-TMH, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/60f2cddf-174b-4292-bff9-1bb136fa5b6d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Maria Christina LPC LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CIMHP, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Cranberry Township, PA 16066 (Online Only)
I provide coaching and therapeutic support to adults, couples, teens, and lesbian/gay/bisexual/non-binary/transgender individuals to address a wide range of issues including grief and loss, depression, anxiety, relationships, spirituality, gender identity, and more.
Life can be complicated and it is not always easy to ask for help. Entering into counseling is a wonderful investment in yourself. As an integrative, holistic therapist and coach I provide safe support for you to learn to appreciate and fully experience yourself, your life, and your relationships. A holistic approach allows us to work together to help you move forward and overcome feelings of being stuck, of overwhelmed, or of brain fog. We can utilize cognitive, mindfulness, nutritional, and other approaches individually tailored to your needs.
I provide coaching and therapeutic support to adults, couples, teens, and lesbian/gay/bisexual/non-binary/transgender individuals to address a wide range of issues including grief and loss, depression, anxiety, relationships, spirituality, gender identity, and more.
Life can be complicated and it is not always easy to ask for help. Entering into counseling is a wonderful investment in yourself. As an integrative, holistic therapist and coach I provide safe support for you to learn to appreciate and fully experience yourself, your life, and your relationships. A holistic approach allows us to work together to help you move forward and overcome feelings of being stuck, of overwhelmed, or of brain fog. We can utilize cognitive, mindfulness, nutritional, and other approaches individually tailored to your needs.
![Photo of Cate Conner, MSW, LSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3778f311-0aec-4259-bdfc-2d49987e76b9/2/320x400.jpeg)
I can help you learn new coping strategies to reduce anxiety, manage stress, improve mood, improve relationships, and increase motivation and energy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, unfulfilled, or worried? Are you feeling mentally exhausted and emotionally fatigued? I am a Licensed Social Worker with over nine years of experience helping individuals work through their struggles, strengthen their relationships, discover self-love and inner peace. Safety is key! I strive to make clients feel safe, understood, and seen. I value warmth, authenticity and sometimes use a little humor in sessions. I believe a healthy therapeutic relationship is an incredible tool for growth and healing.
I can help you learn new coping strategies to reduce anxiety, manage stress, improve mood, improve relationships, and increase motivation and energy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, unfulfilled, or worried? Are you feeling mentally exhausted and emotionally fatigued? I am a Licensed Social Worker with over nine years of experience helping individuals work through their struggles, strengthen their relationships, discover self-love and inner peace. Safety is key! I strive to make clients feel safe, understood, and seen. I value warmth, authenticity and sometimes use a little humor in sessions. I believe a healthy therapeutic relationship is an incredible tool for growth and healing.
![Photo of Julie Semego, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f717e1f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Julie Semego
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
My experience includes helping individuals with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, substance abuse, and and disordered eating.
It can be difficult to take the initial step to contact a therapist. It is my goal to help you to feel comfortable and supported through the process.
My experience includes helping individuals with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, substance abuse, and and disordered eating.
It can be difficult to take the initial step to contact a therapist. It is my goal to help you to feel comfortable and supported through the process.
![Photo of Lindsay Boehler, MSW, LSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/49f375eb-9c89-4445-b8ad-53ffa65c5935/1/320x400.jpeg)
Currently accepting clients! Are you wanting to enjoy life more and feel more comfortable in being you? Are you facing relationship challenges, feelings of anxiety, depression, sadness, loneliness or low motivation and joy? Or perhaps need assistance with substance use and addiction? Even if you are just looking for someone to walk alongside you in your journey, please feel free to reach out. I have experience with trauma and come from a person-centered and strengths based approach and would love to be a small part of your journey.
Currently accepting clients! Are you wanting to enjoy life more and feel more comfortable in being you? Are you facing relationship challenges, feelings of anxiety, depression, sadness, loneliness or low motivation and joy? Or perhaps need assistance with substance use and addiction? Even if you are just looking for someone to walk alongside you in your journey, please feel free to reach out. I have experience with trauma and come from a person-centered and strengths based approach and would love to be a small part of your journey.
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Mending Minds Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Zelienople, PA 16063
Hi, I'm Emily, a Licensed Professional Counselor committed to guiding and supporting individuals through life's complexities. I specialize in working with eating disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors authentically.
Hi, I'm Emily, a Licensed Professional Counselor committed to guiding and supporting individuals through life's complexities. I specialize in working with eating disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors authentically.
![Photo of Jennie Ringeisen, NCC, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e671ec78-bea5-4b2c-b810-3b355a6ed26c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jennie Ringeisen
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Zelienople, PA 16063
Some of my areas of healing are depression, anxiety, grief and loss, identity, trauma, emotional regulation and substance use.
Hi, my name is Jennie and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My therapy style is based on us all being human and needing support and guidance throughout our lives. I decided to go into the counseling field because I believe that every person deserves to have care in their life. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults and older adults.
Some of my areas of healing are depression, anxiety, grief and loss, identity, trauma, emotional regulation and substance use.
Hi, my name is Jennie and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My therapy style is based on us all being human and needing support and guidance throughout our lives. I decided to go into the counseling field because I believe that every person deserves to have care in their life. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults and older adults.
![Photo of Wendy Beeching, NCC, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/468cbda6-7148-4c3b-a7e0-2ed5cd929d13/2/320x400.jpeg)
As an LCSW and NCC, I have experience working with adults and adolescents who face a variety of issues: anxiety, depression, grief, complex trauma, identity, substance abuse, relationships/family and career challenges.
I have current openings! We often get advice like “Suck it up”, “Get over it already”, “It’s not that bad”. But, remember, you don’t have to suffer in silence or go it alone. Everyone experiences difficulties. But, sometimes life can feel overwhelming. We can be really hard on ourselves when we just can't get to feeling better, and I would love to help!
As an LCSW and NCC, I have experience working with adults and adolescents who face a variety of issues: anxiety, depression, grief, complex trauma, identity, substance abuse, relationships/family and career challenges.
I have current openings! We often get advice like “Suck it up”, “Get over it already”, “It’s not that bad”. But, remember, you don’t have to suffer in silence or go it alone. Everyone experiences difficulties. But, sometimes life can feel overwhelming. We can be really hard on ourselves when we just can't get to feeling better, and I would love to help!
![Photo of Chris Kaselonis, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/83441106-3dbe-4b98-9a0c-7abcbc8e1310/2/320x400.png)
Chris Kaselonis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ellwood City, PA 16117
Waitlist for new clients
I provide services to young adults and adults experiencing issues with anxiety, depression, life transitions, adjusting to new/different life situations, relationships, addiction, and trauma. I focus on identifying existing strengths and unlocking some new ones to move towards a more fulfilling life. If you find yourself having difficulty with managing the day-to-day, finding direction, engaging with what brings you meaning, or feeling at conflict with your values, I believe my diverse background working with individuals, families, and addictions allows me to use a tailored approach to address your needs.
I provide services to young adults and adults experiencing issues with anxiety, depression, life transitions, adjusting to new/different life situations, relationships, addiction, and trauma. I focus on identifying existing strengths and unlocking some new ones to move towards a more fulfilling life. If you find yourself having difficulty with managing the day-to-day, finding direction, engaging with what brings you meaning, or feeling at conflict with your values, I believe my diverse background working with individuals, families, and addictions allows me to use a tailored approach to address your needs.
![Photo of Michele Bowne, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bc223b48-07f2-4994-b3c4-079358af82c3/1/320x400.jpeg)
Michele Bowne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Butler, PA 16001 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with a loss or trauma that affects your day-to-day life and ability to function? Do you feel like you’re stuck in fight or flight? Do you question that life could be better? Now more than ever, women are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about finding their place in life. I believe there is hope and answers. I offer specialized trauma focused therapy for women in need of bettering their life, getting out of fight or flight, and finally feeling at peace with where they are.
Do you struggle with a loss or trauma that affects your day-to-day life and ability to function? Do you feel like you’re stuck in fight or flight? Do you question that life could be better? Now more than ever, women are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about finding their place in life. I believe there is hope and answers. I offer specialized trauma focused therapy for women in need of bettering their life, getting out of fight or flight, and finally feeling at peace with where they are.
![Photo of Beth A. McNierney, MS, LBS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/becc7dd6-9fa5-4ce8-bc94-0189cca8620e/2/320x400.jpeg)
Beth A. McNierney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LBS, LPC
Verified Verified
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurodiversity as well relationship issues and other behavioral concerns utilizing psychotherapies, from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Based Focused therapies and other therapeutic approaches that best fit your individual needs to help you reach your full potential.
My goal is to elicit a safe, confidential space for you to feel comfortable to explore your thoughts and emotions openly. Through our collaborative efforts, we can explore new ways of dealing with stressors. My role is to provide you with unconditional support and empathy through your self-growth process. I believe that self-growth is a continuous journey.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurodiversity as well relationship issues and other behavioral concerns utilizing psychotherapies, from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Based Focused therapies and other therapeutic approaches that best fit your individual needs to help you reach your full potential.
My goal is to elicit a safe, confidential space for you to feel comfortable to explore your thoughts and emotions openly. Through our collaborative efforts, we can explore new ways of dealing with stressors. My role is to provide you with unconditional support and empathy through your self-growth process. I believe that self-growth is a continuous journey.
![Photo of Karla Hinis, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bea164f5-0573-41ff-97d1-51b64dab6a50/1/320x400.jpeg)
Karla Hinis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Zelienople, PA 16063 (Online Only)
I have 1 openings available as of June 1st. I am only conducting virtual sessions with clients in Pennsylvania. If you want a laid back, non judgemental environment, please join me. Are you struggling with 'adulting?' Are you scared, stuck or frustrated? I'm ready to work! My ideal client would be an adolescent or adult prepared for healing, changing and goal setting, but wants to laugh too. My clinical special interests include: Anxiety, OCD, and ADHD. I especially enjoy working with people who received a diagnosis of neurodiversity later in life. (Please be aware I do not do couples therapy or work with grief or eating disorders).
I have 1 openings available as of June 1st. I am only conducting virtual sessions with clients in Pennsylvania. If you want a laid back, non judgemental environment, please join me. Are you struggling with 'adulting?' Are you scared, stuck or frustrated? I'm ready to work! My ideal client would be an adolescent or adult prepared for healing, changing and goal setting, but wants to laugh too. My clinical special interests include: Anxiety, OCD, and ADHD. I especially enjoy working with people who received a diagnosis of neurodiversity later in life. (Please be aware I do not do couples therapy or work with grief or eating disorders).
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Michael F Dunbar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified Verified
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Trained in CBT, REBT, Gestalt, Rogerian, and numerous other therapies, his clinical experience includes Divorce, Extramarital Affairs, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Addiction Issues, Codependency, OCD, Career, Marriage, and Family needs.
Michael is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) receiving his Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Geneva College in Beaver Pennsylvania. Mike offers holistic counseling services for those struggling to find balance on a spiritual, emotional or cognitive level.
Trained in CBT, REBT, Gestalt, Rogerian, and numerous other therapies, his clinical experience includes Divorce, Extramarital Affairs, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Addiction Issues, Codependency, OCD, Career, Marriage, and Family needs.
Michael is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) receiving his Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Geneva College in Beaver Pennsylvania. Mike offers holistic counseling services for those struggling to find balance on a spiritual, emotional or cognitive level.
![Photo of Fran Smith, MA, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/50f70225-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have worked with a number of different populations from children to adults, individuals to couples with a specific focus on substance issues, anger management, depression, anxiety and daily life challenges.
With over twenty-five years of experience, I believe that the issues we face can be dealt with by choosing how we view them. I use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and rational living therapy to help clients determine what they see as issues and how they want to manage them. I focus on helping clients minimize or eliminate problem behaviors and thoughts and increase positive coping skills, thinking skills and day to day management skills. I am a straight forward, conversational therapist with a dry sense of humor. My motivation is your improvement and your release from the areas where you are stuck.
I have worked with a number of different populations from children to adults, individuals to couples with a specific focus on substance issues, anger management, depression, anxiety and daily life challenges.
With over twenty-five years of experience, I believe that the issues we face can be dealt with by choosing how we view them. I use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and rational living therapy to help clients determine what they see as issues and how they want to manage them. I focus on helping clients minimize or eliminate problem behaviors and thoughts and increase positive coping skills, thinking skills and day to day management skills. I am a straight forward, conversational therapist with a dry sense of humor. My motivation is your improvement and your release from the areas where you are stuck.
![Photo of David J Dean, MSW, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44012b54-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
I address all issues from the perspective of a person's environment. We all exist in the context of a family, a community and a culture. In therapy we often find that there is nothing wrong with us, depression, anxiety, etc., are not innate dysfunctions but rather result from conflict that arises in our environment. I like to help individuals, couples and families learn about these environments to better navigate them as well as learn about themselves and what it means to be who they are in the context of their environment.
I address all issues from the perspective of a person's environment. We all exist in the context of a family, a community and a culture. In therapy we often find that there is nothing wrong with us, depression, anxiety, etc., are not innate dysfunctions but rather result from conflict that arises in our environment. I like to help individuals, couples and families learn about these environments to better navigate them as well as learn about themselves and what it means to be who they are in the context of their environment.
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Angelus Therapeutic Services Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ellwood City, PA 16117
Feeling stuck in a constant state of stress & anxiety, heart pounding, stomach clenching, and with a fear that at any moment you could lose control of some aspect of your life. Struggling with sleep, never feeling rested, mood on edge and snapping at those you love. The pain of not understanding what you are feeling & not being able to explain it to others increases feelings of loneliness. Looking for light in the darkness, the ability to walk in a room and not worry about what others are doing, to be able to close your eyes and get a truly restful night sleep, and to feel like you can fully breathe, Counseling can help.
Feeling stuck in a constant state of stress & anxiety, heart pounding, stomach clenching, and with a fear that at any moment you could lose control of some aspect of your life. Struggling with sleep, never feeling rested, mood on edge and snapping at those you love. The pain of not understanding what you are feeling & not being able to explain it to others increases feelings of loneliness. Looking for light in the darkness, the ability to walk in a room and not worry about what others are doing, to be able to close your eyes and get a truly restful night sleep, and to feel like you can fully breathe, Counseling can help.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.