Therapists in Montgomery County, PA
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Christie Birchall
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CCTS-I, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blue Bell, PA 19422
At High Point Wellness Counseling, we provide individual, couples, and family counseling in a variety of therapeutic ways.
Immediate openings for in-person and virtual sessions! I have vast experience working with individuals who struggle with Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, substance abuse, criminal involvement, Bipolar, Borderline Personality Disorder, as well as other personality/mood disorders. In my work, I utilize a person-centered approach that focuses on empathizing with you as an individual trying to heal from your experiences. I feel that my solution-based approach can help guide you through your issues and facilitate a more productive lifestyle.
At High Point Wellness Counseling, we provide individual, couples, and family counseling in a variety of therapeutic ways.
Immediate openings for in-person and virtual sessions! I have vast experience working with individuals who struggle with Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, substance abuse, criminal involvement, Bipolar, Borderline Personality Disorder, as well as other personality/mood disorders. In my work, I utilize a person-centered approach that focuses on empathizing with you as an individual trying to heal from your experiences. I feel that my solution-based approach can help guide you through your issues and facilitate a more productive lifestyle.
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I specialize in working with maternal mental health issues and family problems. I have great experience with moms, families of children with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and family relationships. The 'right treatment' is not the same for everyone and I work to understand and integrate the physical and mental health factors that impact your situation. I am not pretentious or judgmental. I am practical and personable. My success comes from my understanding and willingness to treat what you need first, and utilize all the expertise available to help you and your family function the way you want.
I specialize in working with maternal mental health issues and family problems. I have great experience with moms, families of children with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and family relationships. The 'right treatment' is not the same for everyone and I work to understand and integrate the physical and mental health factors that impact your situation. I am not pretentious or judgmental. I am practical and personable. My success comes from my understanding and willingness to treat what you need first, and utilize all the expertise available to help you and your family function the way you want.
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Every client is treated with the utmost empathy and respect, and a warm, low key, calm approach, the way I would want one of my family members to be treated.
I've been a clinical psychologist for 34 years, giving clients the support and strategies they need to deal with anxiety, depression, negative self-esteem, stress management, organizational skills, motivation, trauma and tragedy, and grief and loss. I have had the best results by using COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT), and Mindfulness Meditation. I also use HYPNOSIS if and when appropriate. I also offer Live, Online VIDEO COUNSELING, which is more convenient for many clients, and very helpful to clients for whom distance and transportation are obstacles to getting the help they want and need.
Every client is treated with the utmost empathy and respect, and a warm, low key, calm approach, the way I would want one of my family members to be treated.
I've been a clinical psychologist for 34 years, giving clients the support and strategies they need to deal with anxiety, depression, negative self-esteem, stress management, organizational skills, motivation, trauma and tragedy, and grief and loss. I have had the best results by using COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT), and Mindfulness Meditation. I also use HYPNOSIS if and when appropriate. I also offer Live, Online VIDEO COUNSELING, which is more convenient for many clients, and very helpful to clients for whom distance and transportation are obstacles to getting the help they want and need.
I employ a variety of today's most accepted and proven clinical approaches, including; Family Systems, CBT, DBT, Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic, and Trauma Informed Therapy.
I'm a Licensed Psychologist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and my open mind and heart to my clients. I believe in meeting people "where they are!" on their personal journey. I work with my clients to co-create a therapeutic relationship that allows each person to face their issues and wounds and to embark on a journey of recovery and healing. I believe that the resources for healing lie within the individual. My job is to help to unblock those resources to allow emotional, physical, spiritual and relationship growth to occur.
I employ a variety of today's most accepted and proven clinical approaches, including; Family Systems, CBT, DBT, Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic, and Trauma Informed Therapy.
I'm a Licensed Psychologist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and my open mind and heart to my clients. I believe in meeting people "where they are!" on their personal journey. I work with my clients to co-create a therapeutic relationship that allows each person to face their issues and wounds and to embark on a journey of recovery and healing. I believe that the resources for healing lie within the individual. My job is to help to unblock those resources to allow emotional, physical, spiritual and relationship growth to occur.
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Antoinette Bogan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Antoinette Bogan. I am the Owner and Clinical Director of Gentle Force Counseling Services. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with 4 years experience in counseling, and 15 years of experience in social services, including working as an investigator and helping people in crisis in the individual and family services industry. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, parenting issues, & anger management. My team of Clinicians and I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion at all times.
Hello! My name is Antoinette Bogan. I am the Owner and Clinical Director of Gentle Force Counseling Services. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with 4 years experience in counseling, and 15 years of experience in social services, including working as an investigator and helping people in crisis in the individual and family services industry. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, parenting issues, & anger management. My team of Clinicians and I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion at all times.
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My family centered approach to treatment identifies the strengths of each individual and uses them to conquer the challenges being presented.
When you look at your child, you see strength and potential within them; but big emotions or challenging behaviors can cause you to lose sight of those positives, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and searching for answers. Children are complex, perceptive beings who know and understand more than we give them credit for, but they aren't always the best communicators, especially when it comes to their emotions. Thankfully, there is hope! Taking the time to understand your child's perspective and experience will help you connect with them on a deeper level, setting the foundation for healthy and strong relationships for life.
My family centered approach to treatment identifies the strengths of each individual and uses them to conquer the challenges being presented.
When you look at your child, you see strength and potential within them; but big emotions or challenging behaviors can cause you to lose sight of those positives, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and searching for answers. Children are complex, perceptive beings who know and understand more than we give them credit for, but they aren't always the best communicators, especially when it comes to their emotions. Thankfully, there is hope! Taking the time to understand your child's perspective and experience will help you connect with them on a deeper level, setting the foundation for healthy and strong relationships for life.
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Theresa J Armstrong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
Telford, PA 18969
I’ve been in the counseling field for nearly 30 years and continue to feel passionate about helping each person, family or couple. As a faith-based therapist I integrate my clinical experience & training with biblical beliefs in my treatment approach. Healthy relationships are vital to living a satisfying and fulfilling life. The first step in healing is self-awareness. Understanding your emotions and thoughts can guide you in establishing healthy boundaries. Second, grasping the body-mind connection is vital to the transformation process. Lastly, identifying your attachment style can improve your friendships, marriage and family.
I’ve been in the counseling field for nearly 30 years and continue to feel passionate about helping each person, family or couple. As a faith-based therapist I integrate my clinical experience & training with biblical beliefs in my treatment approach. Healthy relationships are vital to living a satisfying and fulfilling life. The first step in healing is self-awareness. Understanding your emotions and thoughts can guide you in establishing healthy boundaries. Second, grasping the body-mind connection is vital to the transformation process. Lastly, identifying your attachment style can improve your friendships, marriage and family.
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From individual and family sessions to specialty groups, we offer something for everyone.
Do you have a child or teen struggling with big emotions or fitting in with peers? Anxiety, depression, or self-harm? Self-esteem, confidence, or body image? Maybe something at home feels off, communication is lacking, frustrations are running high, and you're feeling lost as to the next best steps. As a team of highly specialized and skilled clinicians with extensive experience working with tweens, teens, and families in a variety of settings, we are equipped to support you as an individual, or your child, your teen, and your family.
From individual and family sessions to specialty groups, we offer something for everyone.
Do you have a child or teen struggling with big emotions or fitting in with peers? Anxiety, depression, or self-harm? Self-esteem, confidence, or body image? Maybe something at home feels off, communication is lacking, frustrations are running high, and you're feeling lost as to the next best steps. As a team of highly specialized and skilled clinicians with extensive experience working with tweens, teens, and families in a variety of settings, we are equipped to support you as an individual, or your child, your teen, and your family.
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Aspire Child & Family Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
Dr. Jaime Friedman is the Director and owner at Aspire Child & Family Services. The main focus of the practice is Intensive behavioral health services (Applied Behavior Analysis or ABA) for children with Autism. Behavior specialists and behavior technicians are available to work one on one with children in their home, school, and/or community settings. Medicaid (Montgomery, Bucks, Delaware Counties) are accepted. Please see www.aspirecfs.com for further information. *Please note we are not accepting clients for talk therapy.*
Dr. Jaime Friedman is the Director and owner at Aspire Child & Family Services. The main focus of the practice is Intensive behavioral health services (Applied Behavior Analysis or ABA) for children with Autism. Behavior specialists and behavior technicians are available to work one on one with children in their home, school, and/or community settings. Medicaid (Montgomery, Bucks, Delaware Counties) are accepted. Please see www.aspirecfs.com for further information. *Please note we are not accepting clients for talk therapy.*
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At Open Minds Psychological our clinicians are trained using a variety of evidence-informed models to support individuals, couples and families, and groups. Services offered are diagnostic evaluations, therapy (individual, family, group), career counseling, behavior consultation, parent support and co-parenting.
At Open Minds Psychological our clinicians are trained using a variety of evidence-informed models to support individuals, couples and families, and groups. Services offered are diagnostic evaluations, therapy (individual, family, group), career counseling, behavior consultation, parent support and co-parenting.
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There are SO MANY therapists. Why come to me? Come to me if traditional talk therapy hasn’t worked for you. IFS (Internal Family Systems therapy) is a game-changer. As an experienced level 2 trained IFS therapist, I can guide you into a mildly altered state in which you will connect to and heal parts of yourself that are out of balance.
There are SO MANY therapists. Why come to me? Come to me if traditional talk therapy hasn’t worked for you. IFS (Internal Family Systems therapy) is a game-changer. As an experienced level 2 trained IFS therapist, I can guide you into a mildly altered state in which you will connect to and heal parts of yourself that are out of balance.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Royersford, PA 19468
There is help for you, your child, teen, young adult, and family! We passionately serve all of our clients with the goal to help them reach their highest potential. We believe in early intervention and supporting people through their feelings, thoughts, transitions, and adversities as early as possible in order to reduce the onset of more serious psychopathology in later years. We also believe in compassionately supporting the family system and educating parents on childhood development, parenting strategies, healthier ways to manage their own emotions, breaking generational trauma, and learn healthier communication and connection.
There is help for you, your child, teen, young adult, and family! We passionately serve all of our clients with the goal to help them reach their highest potential. We believe in early intervention and supporting people through their feelings, thoughts, transitions, and adversities as early as possible in order to reduce the onset of more serious psychopathology in later years. We also believe in compassionately supporting the family system and educating parents on childhood development, parenting strategies, healthier ways to manage their own emotions, breaking generational trauma, and learn healthier communication and connection.
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In therapy, I work collaboratively to help your family reach their greatest potential.
Life is full of moments when children and their families feel stuck. Is your child is struggling in school, feeling anxious, or having difficulty focusing? As a parent, do you feel overwhelmed by your child’s behavioral difficulties? Call for a free 15-minute consultation to see if I am a good fit to help your family get back on the right path or help you understand your child's differences. I specialize in conducting psychological evaluations as well as providing therapy to support children with autism, ADHD, learning disorders, as well as co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression and other behavioral disorders.
In therapy, I work collaboratively to help your family reach their greatest potential.
Life is full of moments when children and their families feel stuck. Is your child is struggling in school, feeling anxious, or having difficulty focusing? As a parent, do you feel overwhelmed by your child’s behavioral difficulties? Call for a free 15-minute consultation to see if I am a good fit to help your family get back on the right path or help you understand your child's differences. I specialize in conducting psychological evaluations as well as providing therapy to support children with autism, ADHD, learning disorders, as well as co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression and other behavioral disorders.
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Counseling & Assessments, at the SMart Center
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Our team utilizes a ‘whole-person approach’ to treatment; delivering evidence-based approaches - Ie, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and the family systems approach - to patients of all ages.
Counseling & Assessments is a mental health agency that provides comprehensive clinical assessments and counseling services for a wide range of psychological, developmental and behavioral issues for children, teens and adults. We specialize in both testing individuals as well as offering treatment for an array of mental health challenges.
Our team utilizes a ‘whole-person approach’ to treatment; delivering evidence-based approaches - Ie, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and the family systems approach - to patients of all ages.
Counseling & Assessments is a mental health agency that provides comprehensive clinical assessments and counseling services for a wide range of psychological, developmental and behavioral issues for children, teens and adults. We specialize in both testing individuals as well as offering treatment for an array of mental health challenges.
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Mary Ellen Griffin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , NCC , LPC
Verified Verified
Limerick, PA 19468
Are you struggling with a life transition, stressors, anxiety, or depression? Are you a college student having a difficult time adjusting to their first year in college, a young adult/adult working through career, family, relationship, or personal discovery stressors, or someone who is struggling with depression and finds they have a general lack of motivation?
Are you struggling with a life transition, stressors, anxiety, or depression? Are you a college student having a difficult time adjusting to their first year in college, a young adult/adult working through career, family, relationship, or personal discovery stressors, or someone who is struggling with depression and finds they have a general lack of motivation?
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Heather Gregan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Washington, PA 19034
I provide individual, group and family therapy as well as coaching for loved ones.
I specialize in Adolescent treatment and Women's trauma. I have been working in mental health and addictions with adolescents and adults for over twelve years. I have experience in outpatient and residential settings and I'm skilled to work with complex issues. When someone asks me what I do, I have a difficult time boiling it down. More recently, I've come to realize that I help individuals and families in crisis. I work with the whole family, either in or out of my office and I help clients address core issues standing in the way of health, success and happiness.
I provide individual, group and family therapy as well as coaching for loved ones.
I specialize in Adolescent treatment and Women's trauma. I have been working in mental health and addictions with adolescents and adults for over twelve years. I have experience in outpatient and residential settings and I'm skilled to work with complex issues. When someone asks me what I do, I have a difficult time boiling it down. More recently, I've come to realize that I help individuals and families in crisis. I work with the whole family, either in or out of my office and I help clients address core issues standing in the way of health, success and happiness.
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Valen Brozey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 (Online Only)
Treatment Modalities: Emotional Focus Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT).
If you are seeking a clinician who is solution oriented, look no further! I have been in the field for nearly 20 years working with individuals and families. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in relationships, anxiety, depression and anger management. My style is collaborative, with a focus on: Finding and highlighting your personal strengths, creating clear goals which have identified items that determine accomplishment, building up your skills to sustain long term success and reinforcing growth while encouraging continued development.
Treatment Modalities: Emotional Focus Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT).
If you are seeking a clinician who is solution oriented, look no further! I have been in the field for nearly 20 years working with individuals and families. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in relationships, anxiety, depression and anger management. My style is collaborative, with a focus on: Finding and highlighting your personal strengths, creating clear goals which have identified items that determine accomplishment, building up your skills to sustain long term success and reinforcing growth while encouraging continued development.
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Jessica Sublett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Audubon, PA 19403
Together, we can work towards fostering a healthier, happier future for your family.
Does this sound familiar? Your once outgoing and cheerful child has become withdrawn and anxious. The activities they used to love now seem to cause them distress. You’re noticing more frequent outbursts, or perhaps they’ve become unusually quiet. You feel a pang of helplessness as you see your child struggle with emotions they can’t yet fully understand or articulate. Or perhaps your child is having trouble making friends and is often left out during social activities at school. You’ve heard their frustration and sadness, but you’re not sure how to help them build the social skills they need to feel confident and connected.
Together, we can work towards fostering a healthier, happier future for your family.
Does this sound familiar? Your once outgoing and cheerful child has become withdrawn and anxious. The activities they used to love now seem to cause them distress. You’re noticing more frequent outbursts, or perhaps they’ve become unusually quiet. You feel a pang of helplessness as you see your child struggle with emotions they can’t yet fully understand or articulate. Or perhaps your child is having trouble making friends and is often left out during social activities at school. You’ve heard their frustration and sadness, but you’re not sure how to help them build the social skills they need to feel confident and connected.
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Ernest Glazer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Willow Grove, PA 19090 (Online Only)
I tend to utilize a Family Systems approach which sees the individual in a family context as the majority has grown up in some form of family, whether related by blood or not.
Hi, I'm a therapist with over thirty years experience working with individuals, couple, and families and getting mostly positive results. I tend to work with individuals and families with special challenges such as teens and seniors.
I tend to utilize a Family Systems approach which sees the individual in a family context as the majority has grown up in some form of family, whether related by blood or not.
Hi, I'm a therapist with over thirty years experience working with individuals, couple, and families and getting mostly positive results. I tend to work with individuals and families with special challenges such as teens and seniors.
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Dr. Julie Benzaquen is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise working with children, adolescents, and families. She works diligently with her clients to establish a strong therapeutic alliance with all members of the family, collaborating with them to develop new coping strategies and create positive changes in mood and behavior.
Dr. Julie Benzaquen is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise working with children, adolescents, and families. She works diligently with her clients to establish a strong therapeutic alliance with all members of the family, collaborating with them to develop new coping strategies and create positive changes in mood and behavior.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.