Relational Therapists in Harrisburg, PA
Each client's psychological and spiritual needs are a focus addressing relational issues, behavioral issues, and mood-driven difficulties with consideration of individually-specified treatment goals. Overarching treatment outcome is healing and restoration and rehabilitation for clients to become healthy, happy and productive individuals.
Each client's psychological and spiritual needs are a focus addressing relational issues, behavioral issues, and mood-driven difficulties with consideration of individually-specified treatment goals. Overarching treatment outcome is healing and restoration and rehabilitation for clients to become healthy, happy and productive individuals.
I provide support for individuals as they navigate issues of anxiety, depression, anger, relational conflict, communication, intimacy, and attachment.
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 provide support for individuals as they navigate issues of anxiety, depression, anger, relational conflict, communication, intimacy, and attachment.
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.
Derek Schoffstall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17112
Imagine a future where you're not just surviving, but thriving in your personal and relational life. This journey is rooted in the belief that it's never too late to reach out for help, and that positive change is always possible. Whether you're working through personal challenges like self-doubt and anxiety, or navigating relationship issues such as communication barriers or infidelity, I am here to support you. Our goal is to transform these challenges into catalysts for growth and relational healing.
Imagine a future where you're not just surviving, but thriving in your personal and relational life. This journey is rooted in the belief that it's never too late to reach out for help, and that positive change is always possible. Whether you're working through personal challenges like self-doubt and anxiety, or navigating relationship issues such as communication barriers or infidelity, I am here to support you. Our goal is to transform these challenges into catalysts for growth and relational healing.
Pamela Moran Treatment and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17110
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I have spent the last 20+ years researching, training, and using the most effective models of treatment for those who are struggling with relational and other forms of trauma throughout life, anxiety, depression, high conflict divorce issues and personality disorders.
My current focus is in working with those diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD - Bravery, Perseverance, Determination) or have the symptoms of BPD (fear of abandonment, fear of being alone, low self esteem, lack of sense of self, mood swings, splitting, anger, emptiness, impulsivity, and lack of organization and structure), parents of those diagnosed with BPD, and all issues of high conflict divorce including Co-parenting, Reunification, and Custody Evaluation. I also enjoy couples work & use a Polarity framework. Treatments are Relationally-Focused, Trauma-Informed, and Evidence-Based.
I have spent the last 20+ years researching, training, and using the most effective models of treatment for those who are struggling with relational and other forms of trauma throughout life, anxiety, depression, high conflict divorce issues and personality disorders.
My current focus is in working with those diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD - Bravery, Perseverance, Determination) or have the symptoms of BPD (fear of abandonment, fear of being alone, low self esteem, lack of sense of self, mood swings, splitting, anger, emptiness, impulsivity, and lack of organization and structure), parents of those diagnosed with BPD, and all issues of high conflict divorce including Co-parenting, Reunification, and Custody Evaluation. I also enjoy couples work & use a Polarity framework. Treatments are Relationally-Focused, Trauma-Informed, and Evidence-Based.
I specialize in helping with relational concerns.
Is now the time for you? Life is a journey and can be both rewarding and challenging. If you decide to make yourself a priority and come in for therapy, I will provide you with a relaxed, safe environment which nurtures positive growth. I will coach, encourage and support you on your personal process and journey. It is important to focus on your strengths and help empower you with awareness and resources. You matter and there is HOPE for you. Where there is hope, there is healing and new beginnings are ignited.
I specialize in helping with relational concerns.
Is now the time for you? Life is a journey and can be both rewarding and challenging. If you decide to make yourself a priority and come in for therapy, I will provide you with a relaxed, safe environment which nurtures positive growth. I will coach, encourage and support you on your personal process and journey. It is important to focus on your strengths and help empower you with awareness and resources. You matter and there is HOPE for you. Where there is hope, there is healing and new beginnings are ignited.
Iris Bowen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17101 (Online Only)
Therapy can be such an overwhelming process to get started with, especially when you may also be struggling with ADHD, trauma symptoms, or anxiety that make everyday tasks feel monumental. For marginalized people in particular, feeling safe and truly seen by their therapist may be particularly challenging. As a Black, queer, neurodivergent therapist with 10 years experience, my approach is relational, strengths-based, person-centered, affirming, and anti-oppressive. Together we'll implement accessible, functional strategies to help you close the gap between the life you're living and the life you envision for yourself.
Therapy can be such an overwhelming process to get started with, especially when you may also be struggling with ADHD, trauma symptoms, or anxiety that make everyday tasks feel monumental. For marginalized people in particular, feeling safe and truly seen by their therapist may be particularly challenging. As a Black, queer, neurodivergent therapist with 10 years experience, my approach is relational, strengths-based, person-centered, affirming, and anti-oppressive. Together we'll implement accessible, functional strategies to help you close the gap between the life you're living and the life you envision for yourself.
DBT skills have been widely successful in addressing a variety of emotional & relational struggles.
Sometimes life just feels so overwhelming. Sometimes it can feel like there is nothing you can do to change the way you feel. You feel stuck, and you may feel alone. Perhaps life’s circumstances have left you with unresolved emotions of anger, sadness, anxiety, or loneliness. Or perhaps you struggle with self-doubt and desire direction and clarity of purpose. When you leave our time together, I want you to feel heard, understood, equipped, and empowered. My goal is to provide you with a "toolbox" full strategies that can help you manage overwhelming emotions and live your best life.
DBT skills have been widely successful in addressing a variety of emotional & relational struggles.
Sometimes life just feels so overwhelming. Sometimes it can feel like there is nothing you can do to change the way you feel. You feel stuck, and you may feel alone. Perhaps life’s circumstances have left you with unresolved emotions of anger, sadness, anxiety, or loneliness. Or perhaps you struggle with self-doubt and desire direction and clarity of purpose. When you leave our time together, I want you to feel heard, understood, equipped, and empowered. My goal is to provide you with a "toolbox" full strategies that can help you manage overwhelming emotions and live your best life.
I find I work best with issues related to anxiety, relational concerns, and life transitions.
My ultimate goal is to empower you to navigate challenges life throws at you with ease! As a clinical psychologist, I am trained to integrate science, theory, and clinical skills. I enjoy being collaborative and creative with my clients, with my knowledge of evidence-based approaches serving as a guide to therapy and finding unique ways to address your specific concerns. We will work together to identify what works for you!
I find I work best with issues related to anxiety, relational concerns, and life transitions.
My ultimate goal is to empower you to navigate challenges life throws at you with ease! As a clinical psychologist, I am trained to integrate science, theory, and clinical skills. I enjoy being collaborative and creative with my clients, with my knowledge of evidence-based approaches serving as a guide to therapy and finding unique ways to address your specific concerns. We will work together to identify what works for you!
Addie Mooney
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, LAPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17101 (Online Only)
Welcome! As a therapist my goal is to create a supportive space where it feels safe to explore and grow. I have extensive experience supporting survivors of sexual assault and relational trauma (domestic violence, childhood abuse) as well as a strong understanding of narcissistic abuse and codependency. I also work with individuals that may be experiencing anxiety, depression, and OCD as well as life stress from difficult loss or transitions. My therapeutic approach integrates a psychodynamic and interpersonal framework along with some elements of Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CF-CBT).
Welcome! As a therapist my goal is to create a supportive space where it feels safe to explore and grow. I have extensive experience supporting survivors of sexual assault and relational trauma (domestic violence, childhood abuse) as well as a strong understanding of narcissistic abuse and codependency. I also work with individuals that may be experiencing anxiety, depression, and OCD as well as life stress from difficult loss or transitions. My therapeutic approach integrates a psychodynamic and interpersonal framework along with some elements of Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CF-CBT).
My work focuses on making sense of what feels complex, placing it into words, and meaningful action. This can include struggling to balance personal wants and expectations of others, conflict due to living in dual cultures, trauma from substance abuse, racism, or worry and sadness. I provide therapy that is conversational with feedback, humor, curiosity, and partnership. The work we do together will consider all sociopolitical factors, community, beliefs, abilities, and all that is inherently important and has impacted you because who you are and what you need, reaches beyond your emotions.
My work focuses on making sense of what feels complex, placing it into words, and meaningful action. This can include struggling to balance personal wants and expectations of others, conflict due to living in dual cultures, trauma from substance abuse, racism, or worry and sadness. I provide therapy that is conversational with feedback, humor, curiosity, and partnership. The work we do together will consider all sociopolitical factors, community, beliefs, abilities, and all that is inherently important and has impacted you because who you are and what you need, reaches beyond your emotions.
Life is stressful enough and that can be made worse when you don't have the right person to talk with. It is often hard to gain clarity and find the right direction for yourself when stress, anxiety, depression, hurtful life factors and indecisiveness cloud your view. The good news is that I get that! I have a strong empathetic therapeutic style and I strive to create a warm, relaxing environment that is still conducive to the urgency you may need. I am highly trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Positive Psychology.
Life is stressful enough and that can be made worse when you don't have the right person to talk with. It is often hard to gain clarity and find the right direction for yourself when stress, anxiety, depression, hurtful life factors and indecisiveness cloud your view. The good news is that I get that! I have a strong empathetic therapeutic style and I strive to create a warm, relaxing environment that is still conducive to the urgency you may need. I am highly trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Positive Psychology.
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Verified Verified
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Now more than ever, we know how important it is to reach out for help if you need it. If you are going through a difficult time and feel overwhelmed or simply want to make improvements, why not take the first steps to sit down and talk to someone? Our capable, nonjudgmental clinicians offer therapy services for all stages of life. Mynd Works has 3 full time therapists, and 2 part time therapists. Please visit our website to view their profiles.
Now more than ever, we know how important it is to reach out for help if you need it. If you are going through a difficult time and feel overwhelmed or simply want to make improvements, why not take the first steps to sit down and talk to someone? Our capable, nonjudgmental clinicians offer therapy services for all stages of life. Mynd Works has 3 full time therapists, and 2 part time therapists. Please visit our website to view their profiles.
Vincent Rogers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17109
Are you experiencing life stressors? Are you feeling down and blue or having a hard time with work stress? If you are, then maybe I can help you get back on the right path to happiness. Is your marriage in trouble? Is your relationship facing problems and conflict? If so, my passion is to help couples reconnect to rediscover each other in a loving, caring manner. I can help you establish stronger communication patterns by providing couples with the tools to help them to have a healthy marriage/relationship.
Are you experiencing life stressors? Are you feeling down and blue or having a hard time with work stress? If you are, then maybe I can help you get back on the right path to happiness. Is your marriage in trouble? Is your relationship facing problems and conflict? If so, my passion is to help couples reconnect to rediscover each other in a loving, caring manner. I can help you establish stronger communication patterns by providing couples with the tools to help them to have a healthy marriage/relationship.
I help my clients overcome the issues that arise in family and work life: anxiety and depression, marital discord, healing after an affair, parenting strategies, anger management, addictions, step-family difficulties, or dealing with separation or divorce. I help people deal with behavior problems and relationship issues in the workplace, school, or community, including depression, anxiety, stress, substance abuse, obsessions and compulsions, grief and loss, and an inability to find meaning or purpose in life. I am also available for telecounseling sessions.
I help my clients overcome the issues that arise in family and work life: anxiety and depression, marital discord, healing after an affair, parenting strategies, anger management, addictions, step-family difficulties, or dealing with separation or divorce. I help people deal with behavior problems and relationship issues in the workplace, school, or community, including depression, anxiety, stress, substance abuse, obsessions and compulsions, grief and loss, and an inability to find meaning or purpose in life. I am also available for telecounseling sessions.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), I work with all clients to manage life and their relationships. I work with people of all ages who are experiencing challenges with Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Loss, Adjustment/transitions (into College, a new job, Adulthood, etc.) Relationship Conflicts, Communication, Intimacy, ADHD, Trauma, Self-Harm, Identity, Gender Identity, and Drug/Alcohol addictions. In-office and Virtual Sessions are available for Couples, Individuals (adults and children), and Families. "You never have to do life alone." I'm here for you!
As a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), I work with all clients to manage life and their relationships. I work with people of all ages who are experiencing challenges with Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Loss, Adjustment/transitions (into College, a new job, Adulthood, etc.) Relationship Conflicts, Communication, Intimacy, ADHD, Trauma, Self-Harm, Identity, Gender Identity, and Drug/Alcohol addictions. In-office and Virtual Sessions are available for Couples, Individuals (adults and children), and Families. "You never have to do life alone." I'm here for you!
Dan Karlow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17112 (Online Only)
Many of my clients are men or women who are going through some type of life challenge. Many of these individuals are looking to talk to someone about their relationship, their marriage, their divorce...many are fathers or mothers looking for advice. I have noticed more and more men have tried therapy in the last few years, Many people are at a breaking point, and need help. Sometimes it just takes one person who hears you, understands you and is there to help guide you. The next step is to reach out.
Many of my clients are men or women who are going through some type of life challenge. Many of these individuals are looking to talk to someone about their relationship, their marriage, their divorce...many are fathers or mothers looking for advice. I have noticed more and more men have tried therapy in the last few years, Many people are at a breaking point, and need help. Sometimes it just takes one person who hears you, understands you and is there to help guide you. The next step is to reach out.
Joy Hutchinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17112 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety and/or depression. I provide a safe and empathetic space to explore emotions and challenges, by using a combination of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based strategies, to help identify negative thought patterns and develop practical tools for managing symptoms. I use a tailored approach with the goal to support you in building resilience, reconnecting with your strengths, and finding renewed hope and purpose in your life.
I have extensive experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety and/or depression. I provide a safe and empathetic space to explore emotions and challenges, by using a combination of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based strategies, to help identify negative thought patterns and develop practical tools for managing symptoms. I use a tailored approach with the goal to support you in building resilience, reconnecting with your strengths, and finding renewed hope and purpose in your life.
Julie Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17110 (Online Only)
I always wanted to be a therapist and knew I was on the path I had envisioned. I attended Old Dominion University in Virginia and played on an NCAA Division One field hockey team. Along the way, I had to balance many new areas: being a full-time therapist, mother of two, mother to dog children, and financial manager. I used various skills I teach in my own life. I would never ask someone to do something I couldn’t see myself doing.
I always wanted to be a therapist and knew I was on the path I had envisioned. I attended Old Dominion University in Virginia and played on an NCAA Division One field hockey team. Along the way, I had to balance many new areas: being a full-time therapist, mother of two, mother to dog children, and financial manager. I used various skills I teach in my own life. I would never ask someone to do something I couldn’t see myself doing.
The Family Wellness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MATS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17109 (Online Only)
Deborah Coulston, MA, MATS, CIMHP, LMFT, is an experienced professional psychotherapist, marital and family therapist, expressive arts therapist, and pioneer in the field of nutrition psychology, integrative mental health and alternative health modalities. Ms. Coulston is well known for her work in the treatment field of eating disorders & weight management, and for her expertise in both childhood and adult trauma, as well as the field of behavioral addictions. As the owner of The Family Wellness Center, she brings a diversified background to the practice of expressive arts therapy, clinical counseling, & holistic psychotherapy.
Deborah Coulston, MA, MATS, CIMHP, LMFT, is an experienced professional psychotherapist, marital and family therapist, expressive arts therapist, and pioneer in the field of nutrition psychology, integrative mental health and alternative health modalities. Ms. Coulston is well known for her work in the treatment field of eating disorders & weight management, and for her expertise in both childhood and adult trauma, as well as the field of behavioral addictions. As the owner of The Family Wellness Center, she brings a diversified background to the practice of expressive arts therapy, clinical counseling, & holistic psychotherapy.
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.
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Relational Therapists
How does relational therapy work?
Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.
Is relational therapy evidence-based?
Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.
How long are people typically in relational therapy?
Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.
Does relational therapy work?
While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.