Female Therapists in Harrisburg, PA
Katie Novak Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Every person has the ability to tap into their potential and recognize that they are a unique gift to the world. Many of my clients have not been aware that they can learn self-control, problem solving, courage, spiritual serenity, and find joy in life. They may be held back by internalized negative beliefs about themselves and others. We all need to be heard, validated, challenged, and supported as we take the next step. I love to help people find balance in their lives, and build healthy relationships. Depending on the needs of the client, I may use worksheets, visual aids, bibliotherapy, therapy games, play therapy techniques.
Every person has the ability to tap into their potential and recognize that they are a unique gift to the world. Many of my clients have not been aware that they can learn self-control, problem solving, courage, spiritual serenity, and find joy in life. They may be held back by internalized negative beliefs about themselves and others. We all need to be heard, validated, challenged, and supported as we take the next step. I love to help people find balance in their lives, and build healthy relationships. Depending on the needs of the client, I may use worksheets, visual aids, bibliotherapy, therapy games, play therapy techniques.
I am passionate about serving individuals, couples, and families who are working through various problems in life. My goal is to help you navigate the challenges of life and transition.
I am passionate about serving individuals, couples, and families who are working through various problems in life. My goal is to help you navigate the challenges of life and transition.
Maureen McCarthy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17111 (Online Only)
Hi! I am Maureen McCarthy, a Licensed Social Worker based in Central Pennsylvania. I have extensive experience working with gender expansive and sexually diverse individuals, including but not limited to the LGBTQIIA+, Polyam/CNM and BDSM/kink communities. In addition, to folks facing life transitions, stress, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hi! I am Maureen McCarthy, a Licensed Social Worker based in Central Pennsylvania. I have extensive experience working with gender expansive and sexually diverse individuals, including but not limited to the LGBTQIIA+, Polyam/CNM and BDSM/kink communities. In addition, to folks facing life transitions, stress, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Sandra Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17109 (Online Only)
If you’re navigating parenting, family relationships, and life’s challenges, I look forward to meeting with you! Throughout my training and experience, I have provided individual, group, and family counseling in community, child welfare, and substance use treatment settings. I work from a client-centered approach and consider myself a guest on your journey to hope, wellness, and strength.
If you’re navigating parenting, family relationships, and life’s challenges, I look forward to meeting with you! Throughout my training and experience, I have provided individual, group, and family counseling in community, child welfare, and substance use treatment settings. I work from a client-centered approach and consider myself a guest on your journey to hope, wellness, and strength.
Alicia Foster is a psychotherapist with over 10 years' experience specializing in anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Alicia treats patients between the ages of 3 to 65+ years old utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Person Centered, and Motivational Interviewing when working with clients. Alicia has significant experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. In her clinical work, Alicia utilizes an eclectic approach using traditional therapeutic techniques as well as creative modalities such as play therapy, role playing, and mindfulness.
Alicia Foster is a psychotherapist with over 10 years' experience specializing in anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Alicia treats patients between the ages of 3 to 65+ years old utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Person Centered, and Motivational Interviewing when working with clients. Alicia has significant experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. In her clinical work, Alicia utilizes an eclectic approach using traditional therapeutic techniques as well as creative modalities such as play therapy, role playing, and mindfulness.
When managing the day to day struggles, it may be hard to identify when something is wrong. At times, it can be even harder to ask for help. The step to reach out to a therapist is tough, so recognize your strength in this moment. Collaboratively, we can navigate the hurdles of your past, the difficulties of today, the worries impacting your future, and locate a community to support your overall well-being.
When managing the day to day struggles, it may be hard to identify when something is wrong. At times, it can be even harder to ask for help. The step to reach out to a therapist is tough, so recognize your strength in this moment. Collaboratively, we can navigate the hurdles of your past, the difficulties of today, the worries impacting your future, and locate a community to support your overall well-being.
Kimberly Harford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17112
Hello, my name is Kim. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), who live in Pennsylvania. In my first I career was a middle school teacher. I made a great leap and returned to school and received a master degree in social work. I am happy to say, I made the right decision! I am a registered yoga teacher and a master gardener. I love hiking, yoga, playing in "dirt" aka gardening and playing with my two spoiled dogs.
Hello, my name is Kim. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), who live in Pennsylvania. In my first I career was a middle school teacher. I made a great leap and returned to school and received a master degree in social work. I am happy to say, I made the right decision! I am a registered yoga teacher and a master gardener. I love hiking, yoga, playing in "dirt" aka gardening and playing with my two spoiled dogs.
Valarie Bielicki
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17110 (Online Only)
Therapy can be scary, but so is remaining exactly the same. If you are looking to reach your goals, improve your relationships, or just have an overall better quality of life, I want to help. My goal is to create a comfortable, safe, and supportive environment where you can work at your own pace to achieve what you want out of therapy and out of life.
Therapy can be scary, but so is remaining exactly the same. If you are looking to reach your goals, improve your relationships, or just have an overall better quality of life, I want to help. My goal is to create a comfortable, safe, and supportive environment where you can work at your own pace to achieve what you want out of therapy and out of life.
Janice Newcomer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17112
"I believe all persons have the ability to resolve issues that are problematic for them. My job as a therapist is to help clients develop their strengths while at the same time, reduce unproductive behaviors that block movement towards resolution. I use a client centered, cognitive behavioral therapeutic approach to empower clients in resolving concerns, achieving goals and developing greater emotional health."
"I believe all persons have the ability to resolve issues that are problematic for them. My job as a therapist is to help clients develop their strengths while at the same time, reduce unproductive behaviors that block movement towards resolution. I use a client centered, cognitive behavioral therapeutic approach to empower clients in resolving concerns, achieving goals and developing greater emotional health."
Amy E Dows
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MCC, DMin
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17109 (Online Only)
My goal in therapy is to provide an atmosphere of safety and trust where individuals feel free to express themselves without judgment. I see clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma, and grief and loss. I use a person-centered approach to therapy focusing on client strengths and psychological resilience. I am also an ordained pastor in the United Church of Christ and include spirituality and religious concerns as requested.
My goal in therapy is to provide an atmosphere of safety and trust where individuals feel free to express themselves without judgment. I see clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma, and grief and loss. I use a person-centered approach to therapy focusing on client strengths and psychological resilience. I am also an ordained pastor in the United Church of Christ and include spirituality and religious concerns as requested.
Eileen Hunt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17112 (Online Only)
When we are no longer able to change a situation .. we are challenged to change ourselves. - Viktor E. Frankl
When we are no longer able to change a situation .. we are challenged to change ourselves. - Viktor E. Frankl
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Taylor Waters: Child And Adolescent Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17110
My name is Taylor Waters and I am a compassionate and dedicated youth and adolescent therapist committed to guiding young minds through their unique journey. With a background of working with at-risk-youth and a specialization in working with individuals aged 8 to 18, I bring a unique blend of expertise and empathy. My warm and non-judgmental approach creates a safe space where youth and adolescents can explore their thoughts and feelings, fostering trust and open communication.
My name is Taylor Waters and I am a compassionate and dedicated youth and adolescent therapist committed to guiding young minds through their unique journey. With a background of working with at-risk-youth and a specialization in working with individuals aged 8 to 18, I bring a unique blend of expertise and empathy. My warm and non-judgmental approach creates a safe space where youth and adolescents can explore their thoughts and feelings, fostering trust and open communication.
Claudette Guider
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17109 (Online Only)
Hello and Welcome! Are you struggling with showing yourself self-compassion? Are you ready to regain your spark and power? Are you a domestic violence survivor or struggling to get out of an unhealthy relationship? Are you ready to start your journey to Self-Love? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, than you are in the right place! For the past 15 years, as a Mental Health Therapist, I have been working with adolescents and adults that struggle with symptoms of trauma such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, loss of sense "Who I am", low self-worth, and mistrust by helping them find their purpose and their "WHY".
Hello and Welcome! Are you struggling with showing yourself self-compassion? Are you ready to regain your spark and power? Are you a domestic violence survivor or struggling to get out of an unhealthy relationship? Are you ready to start your journey to Self-Love? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, than you are in the right place! For the past 15 years, as a Mental Health Therapist, I have been working with adolescents and adults that struggle with symptoms of trauma such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, loss of sense "Who I am", low self-worth, and mistrust by helping them find their purpose and their "WHY".
Becky Stoudt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17112
Life is a journey. Full of possibilities, choices, and opportunities to utilize personal strengths. The journey isn't solely about reaching the end point/destination. It's about the experience and what one may discover about self and personal potential. If you are interested in having support along some of the way, please feel free to reach out.
Life is a journey. Full of possibilities, choices, and opportunities to utilize personal strengths. The journey isn't solely about reaching the end point/destination. It's about the experience and what one may discover about self and personal potential. If you are interested in having support along some of the way, please feel free to reach out.
Jessi Nocella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17110 (Online Only)
Are you ready to prioritize your health and wellness? For over 20 years, I've had the privilege of helping clients like you achieve a sense of well-being and inner peace. In our therapy sessions, I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself, to talk openly, and make decisions about how to best reach your goals. Your thoughts and feelings are important to me, and I value the opportunity to build a genuine connection with you. My mission is to help uncover or rediscover your strengths, gain clarity and stability, and move forward in life.
Are you ready to prioritize your health and wellness? For over 20 years, I've had the privilege of helping clients like you achieve a sense of well-being and inner peace. In our therapy sessions, I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself, to talk openly, and make decisions about how to best reach your goals. Your thoughts and feelings are important to me, and I value the opportunity to build a genuine connection with you. My mission is to help uncover or rediscover your strengths, gain clarity and stability, and move forward in life.
Jessica Myers-Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Do you find yourself questioning why you are not happy, no matter what you do? You're someone who wants to feel confident and assured, but fit yourself ruled by feeling out of control with your emotions and reactions, and feeling bad that you can't get your sh-t together. You have an idea about what success would look lit, but the the doors all seem to be shut.
Do you find yourself questioning why you are not happy, no matter what you do? You're someone who wants to feel confident and assured, but fit yourself ruled by feeling out of control with your emotions and reactions, and feeling bad that you can't get your sh-t together. You have an idea about what success would look lit, but the the doors all seem to be shut.
Resilient Wings Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17112
One of the reasons that I choose to primarily work with children is my admiration for their incredible resilience despite some very difficult circumstances. I’m inspired by the resilience of children and their ability to “adjust their sails” when the tough winds of life blow. Despite their strength and determination, children often need a helping hand, a friendly face and a listening ear in order to develop resiliency. I view my work with children and their parents/guardians as “teamwork” as we seek together to identify what is needed to help children express themselves and improve their resiliency skills.
One of the reasons that I choose to primarily work with children is my admiration for their incredible resilience despite some very difficult circumstances. I’m inspired by the resilience of children and their ability to “adjust their sails” when the tough winds of life blow. Despite their strength and determination, children often need a helping hand, a friendly face and a listening ear in order to develop resiliency. I view my work with children and their parents/guardians as “teamwork” as we seek together to identify what is needed to help children express themselves and improve their resiliency skills.
Welcome to my page! Whether you're totally new to therapy and starting this process for the first time, or a self-exploration veteran, beginning with a new therapist can be both exciting and intimidating. I am here for you! My primary focuses of treatment include anxiety and depressive disorders; relationship distress, parent training, and exploration of gender, sexuality, culture, and other aspects of identity. I work with each client to help them gain the rich, fulfilling, and meaningful life that we all want.
Welcome to my page! Whether you're totally new to therapy and starting this process for the first time, or a self-exploration veteran, beginning with a new therapist can be both exciting and intimidating. I am here for you! My primary focuses of treatment include anxiety and depressive disorders; relationship distress, parent training, and exploration of gender, sexuality, culture, and other aspects of identity. I work with each client to help them gain the rich, fulfilling, and meaningful life that we all want.
Carissa is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 12 years of experience, specializing in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, PTSD, personality disorders, and severe mental illness. She treats patients above the age of 14 by using a holistic, trauma-informed approach to support a person's strengths, reduce distress associated with maladaptive coping mechanisms, and develop ways to better manage stress. Carissa aims to provide individuals with the tools and skills to live a life in line with their goals related to personal growth.
Carissa is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 12 years of experience, specializing in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, PTSD, personality disorders, and severe mental illness. She treats patients above the age of 14 by using a holistic, trauma-informed approach to support a person's strengths, reduce distress associated with maladaptive coping mechanisms, and develop ways to better manage stress. Carissa aims to provide individuals with the tools and skills to live a life in line with their goals related to personal growth.
Jill Parisi Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17112
Jill Parisi Counseling Associates provides services that are recovery-oriented so that individuals have the potential to maximize awareness, growth, healing and resiliency.
Jill Parisi Counseling Associates provides services that are recovery-oriented so that individuals have the potential to maximize awareness, growth, healing and resiliency.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.