Domestic Abuse Therapists in Lehigh Valley, PA

Welcome! Finding a counselor with whom you can feel safe and vulnerable is so important, so let me share a bit about myself. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor serving clients in PA via telehealth. My counseling style is empathetic, caring, genuine, strengths-based, and holistic. My work includes the use of evidence-base approaches, as well as mindfulness and respect of clients’ diverse backgrounds. I strive to help clients grow by working with them in a collaborative, validating, supportive manner. My aim is to help clients feel centered, comfortable being their authentic selves, and empowered to cope with life’s challenges.

I know that life gets challenging and when you are discouraged it can be difficult to trust someone and reach out for help. At Counseling Services for Women and Children you will receive a personalized, individualized experience that will make you feel acknowledged, accepted, respected and affirmed. I am a compassionate and empathic person. I can show you there is still HOPE for your situation and assist you in discovering that with the right tools you can navigate your own life. I have provided services to women and children primarily for the last 25 years. My background is extensive.

Specializing in evidence-based treatment for trauma/PTSD and substance use. Tired of just trying to get through the day? Feeling overwhelmed? Treatment from a highly qualified, licensed psychologist can help you get back on track and live life to the fullest. Whether you have anxiety or mood problems, have experienced trauma or have concerns about your alcohol or drug use, treatment can help you figure out the direction that’s right for you and how to get there. Experienced with first responders (EMS, EMT, Paramedics, Police, Firefighters) and survivors of domestic violence.

As a therapist I believe that we all have the capacity for resiliency given the right support. Therapy can be a great opportunity reflect on your life and develop healthier ways of interacting with the world and with yourself. I offer a safe space for you to be heard and validated while processing the past and coping with the challenges of the present. I often use a person centered, strengths based approach, mindfulness and trauma focused techniques, though my approach varies according to need.

During my internship at a domestic violence shelter, I gained valuable experience providing support to those who have been impacted by verbal, emotional, physical and sexual abuse that can occur in unhealthy relationships. I also have experience serving a varied population including those who are experiencing chronic stress, anxiety and depression, as well as those who are having difficulty adjusting to the ongoing challenges and struggles that life can bring. My experience with Nonviolent Communication provides a solid foundation for building healthy relationships and broadening communication and conflict resolution skills.

Many of us experience recurring feelings of loss, being lost, not belonging, unshakable sadness, anxiety about future outcomes. We may have experienced trauma, tragedy, abuse as a child or as an adult, toxic relationships or substance abuse etc. If you are reading this you have survived it and I salute your resilience. However sometimes we struggle to feel healthy and wholesome again. The good news is that no feeling is FINAL. Feelings come and go like the weather based on the thoughts that spin around in our heads. The most efficient way to handle such uncomfortable feelings is to learn how to understand and manage our thoughts.

Hello! My name is Angela, and I have been working in a private practice setting now for 5 years, and prior was in a community mental health setting for 3 years. I have extensive experience working with all traumas across the lifespan (including veterans), as well as co-occuring / substance abuse disorders and gambling disorders. I also have helped many with anxiety and OCD over come their battles with specific techniques i've been trained in! If you're ready to start the process, please reach out! I look forward to working with you!

Sheri Durricks is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) who specializes in working with adult clients, including individuals, couples, and families. She has over 15 years of experience treating substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, domestic violence, and other life challenges. Sheri graduated from Lincoln University with her Master's degree in Counseling and Human Services. She then went on to pursue her education at Walden University, earning her Doctoral degree in Social Policy and Human Services.

Life can be difficult and finding a safe space to talk, process feelings, and work towards feeling better is important. That is why our first priority is creating a welcoming and safe space. We specialize in supporting those who have experienced trauma while also supporting those who struggle with such things as anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, and so on. We will work together on coming up with ways to improve your mental health and regain stability. Through therapy you will learn how to heal, learn healthier coping strategies, and improve your overall quality of life.

Overwhelmed or life got you down? Relationship struggles? My goal is to help you as you go through the stressors of life and we can generate solutions together. Sometimes we can even find some humor in it all. I strive to find creative ways to approach our work together. I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, complex PTSD, ADHD, and families of addiction. I utilize modalities of client-centered, family systems, trauma-informed care, solution-focused, CBT, strengths-based, multicultural perspectives, and existential and spiritual approaches to form a holistic approach.

Our practice focuses on Empowerment. Conveniently located in the heart of the Lehigh Valley. We offer individual, couples and family counseling. Co-parenting sessions also available. Day & evening appointments. Accepting most insurances, reasonable self pay rates. Our clinicians together have over 30 years of experience. Reach for a better you!

My focus is on empowering clients on their journey towards cultivating greater self-acceptance, creating healthier and more fulfilling relationships, and achieving an alignment between their personal goals and choices. This collaborative journey of self-discovery and growth is guided by open and empathetic dialogue, allowing clients to live more authentic and meaningful lives. My practice addresses many types of client concerns and I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ clients. I provide gender assessments for medical affirmation referrals based on the WPATH Standards of Care, usually in one to two session.

After over 20 years of experience working with clients, I have come to view myself as my clients' guide through the emotional landscape of their lives. I am dedicated to providing my clients with a comfortable, safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic environment in which they can explore their thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Together we form a partnership to determine the direction required for a client's healing, healthy emotional growth, and successful life functioning. Client's value my down to earth and easy to talk to style, free of intimidation and judgment.

At some point in their life, an individual may struggle to cope with overwhelming challenges, ranging from depression, anxiety, grief and loss, intrusive thoughts, to trauma or emotional dysregulation. My goal is to equip individuals with a plethora of tools in order to help them manage these life-changing struggles. These tools may include coping strategies, improving social skills, managing intrusive thoughts, or anger management strategies. I am passionate about helping individuals live up to their full potential. I provide individual, couples, family therapy, and I also provide child custody evaluation services.